Hgv Class 2 Driver

This is Alexander Faraday Limited

HGV Class 2 Driver - Croydon

£18.57 per hour | Minimum 10 paid hours per day | Permanent

This is AFR is recruiting on behalf of our client, a growing and environmentally focused organisation operating within the commercial waste and recycling sector.

We are seeking a reliable and proactive HGV Class 2 Driver to complete commercial collection routes across Greater London. You will predominantly work independently, operating specialist vehicles while maintaining strong safety, compliance and customer-service standards.

Working Pattern

Monday to Friday

Early starts between 3:00am and 4:00am

Minimum of 10 paid hours per working day

Alternate Saturdays available and paid at the overtime rate

Pay and Benefits

  • £18.57 per hour
  • Approximately £48,282 basic annual earnings before overtime and bonus
  • Overtime paid at £24.76 per hour
  • Performance bonus of up to £2,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete commercial collection routes across Greater London
  • Operate Class 2 vehicles and specialist collection equipment safely
  • Carry out daily vehicle checks and promptly report any defects
  • Complete approximately 25–30 collections, depending on the route
  • Maintain accurate collection and compliance records
  • Follow Driver CPC, tachograph and working-time regulations
  • Deliver a professional service when attending customer sites
  • Communicate effectively with the transport and operations teams

Essential Requirements

  • Valid UK HGV Class 2 licence
  • Valid Driver CPC
  • Valid Digital Tachograph Card
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Comfortable with early starts, solo driving and physically active duties
  • Safe, reliable and customer-focused approach

Desirable Experience

  • At least two years’ HGV driving experience
  • HGV Class 1 licence
  • No more than six points on your driving licence
  • Previous waste, recycling or multi-drop collection experience

What’s Offered

  • Secure, permanent employment
  • Holiday entitlement and wider company benefits
  • Regular overtime opportunities
  • The opportunity to join a growing organisation making a positive environmental impact
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