Waste Collection Driver (Temporary) - Scunthorpe
Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:45-14:45
Pay Rate: £14.13 per hour
Start: ASAP (subject to driving assessment)
Location: Scunthorpe
Type: Temporary
We are recruiting a Waste Collection Driver to support local waste and recycling operations.
Overall Purpose of the Job
Driving a HGV 2 (C) vehicle to deliver and collect burgundy bins Monday to Friday, with potential overtime on Saturdays.
Main Responsibilities
Drive large refuse collection or stillage vehicles (HGV Class C)
Operate bin‑lifting equipment and assist with safe handling of containers
Complete daily vehicle checks
Lead and support a small team of loaders
Provide customer advice on waste and recycling
Update in‑cab systems or complete paper records
Manage contamination issues and ensure accurate documentation
Skills & Experience
HGV Class 2 licence
Driver CPC and digital tachograph card
Confident using IT and recording systems
Strong communication skills
Experience handling challenging situations
Good manual handling awareness
Ability to walk several miles per day
Knowledge of the local area and waste services
Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines
Professional, tactful, and customer‑focused
Application Process
Apply with your CV
If shortlisted, you will be asked to provide:
Right to Work documents
Two references
Relevant driving licences