Class 1 ADR Driver

HGV Class 1 Driver – Hazardous Waste

Location: Bootle, Merseyside
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday + Overtime

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join a well-established and growing company specialising in hazardous waste management and recycling, based in Bootle earning a base rate of £18.50 per hour.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Class 1 Driver looking for a permanent position with opportunities for overtime and additional earnings.

Key Responsibilities

• Transporting and collecting hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials from various locations across the UK.

• Ensuring full compliance with all relevant transport, environmental and health & safety regulations.

• Completing daily vehicle walkaround checks, recording inspections and reporting defects.

• Maintaining high standards of vehicle cleanliness and ensuring equipment is properly maintained.

• Undertaking some manual handling and occasional yard duties when required.

• Adhering to drivers' hours regulations and working time requirements.

• Completing occasional nights out as required by operational demands.

• Ensuring all work is carried out safely, professionally and efficiently.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence.

• Valid Driver CPC qualification.

• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.

• ADR qualification preferred but not essential.

• Good understanding of drivers' hours and transport legislation.

• A professional attitude with a strong commitment to health and safety.

• Flexibility to undertake occasional nights out and additional hours when required.

Working Hours & Benefits

• Minimum 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

• Overtime opportunities available during evenings and weekends.

• Permanent, full-time employment.

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Additional annual leave after two completed years of service, increasing by one day at a time up to a maximum of 25 days.

• Opportunity to join an established and expanding business within the waste management sector.

If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver seeking a permanent opportunity in Bootle, Apply now