Class 2 Refuse Driver

RAC/EA/2DR1_1787041562

Salary Package: £15.44 - £17.67 per hour
Location: Hedge End, England
Consultant: Rachael Corri
Posted: 18/08/2026

Description:

Berry Recruitment are looking for Class 2 Refuse Drivers to start ASAP for a local authority based at the Hedge End depot.

This is an ongoing role, working Monday to Friday 6am - 1.30pm and an hourly pay rate of £17.67.

This may lead to permanent for the right candidate.

You will need to be available to start ASAP and must have the correct licenses including Digi Tachograph and CPC.

Main Duties:

• Driving the vehicle around Eastleigh and surrounding areas with a team of refuse loaders


• Sometimes assisting with loading


• Collect household waste, recycling and special collections


• Customer facing so good customer service is needed


• Adhere to health and safety at all times

Previous rear steer experience is desired!

Previous experience of the waste industry and of waste collection is preferred but not essential as training will be given.

Berry Recruitment employee benefits:

• 24 hour GP medical advice


• Discounts on high street stores, dining, family trips and many more


• Discounted health/travel insurance


• Discount from various gyms


• 24 hour personal helpline for any support you may need

Please apply now or contact Rachael at the Southampton office for more details!!

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.