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HGV Class 2 Driver

HGV Class 2 Driver Rochdale Bamford Contract Services Ltd are recruiting on behalf of Rochdale Council Location: Rochdale Pay: £14.82 per hour PAYE, rising to £15.15 per hour after 12 weeks Hours: Tuesday to Friday,…

Pay rate £14.82 – £15.15/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 27 August 2026

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HGV Class 2 Driver

Rochdale

Bamford Contract Services Ltd are recruiting on behalf of Rochdale Council

Location: Rochdale
Pay: £14.82 per hour PAYE, rising to £15.15 per hour after 12 weeks
Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 6:30am start
Contract: Ongoing Temporary
Start: Immediate starts available

Bamford Contract Services are currently recruiting HGV Class 2 Drivers to work within Rochdale Council’s waste and recycling team.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced HGV class 2 drivers looking for ongoing work, consistent hours and the opportunity to work for the local council.

The HGV Class 2 Driver Role

You will be responsible for driving a refuse collection vehicle as part of a waste collection crew, working alongside a couple of bin loaders to collect public waste across Rochdale.

HGV Class 2 Driver Duties will include:

Driving HGV refuse collection vehicles safely and responsibly
Working as part of a three-person waste collection team
Collecting household and public waste
Operating the vehicle in accordance with site and road safety procedures
Carrying out daily vehicle checks
Working alongside loaders to ensure collections are completed efficiently
On occasion, assisting with loading duties when required
Maintaining a professional approach when working in public area
If you are required to work as a loader, you will still be paid the full driver's rate.
HGV Class 2 Driver Requirements

HGV Class 2 / Category C licence
Previous HGV driving experience
Minimum age of 21 for insurance purposes
Maximum of 6 penalty points
No DR10 or IN10 endorsements
Good understanding of road safety and vehicle checks
Reliable and punctual
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
Waste/refuse collection experience is preferred but not essential
Working Hours

Tuesday to Friday
6:30am start
Job and finish
Potential overtime available on weekends and bank holidays
Pay

£14.82 per hour PAYE
£15.15 per hour PAYE after 12 weeks
All work is PAYE
Ongoing work available for suitable drivers
Why Apply?

Immediate start available
Ongoing work with Rochdale Council
Consistent Tuesday–Friday working pattern
Potential overtime
PAYE employment
Driver rate paid even when assisting with loading duties
Opportunity for regular, long-term work
Apply online today for an immediate interview.

For more information, or to discuss the role, contact Laura at Bamford Contract Services.

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