LGV Driver - Class 2

Monday
- Friday 6:00am-15:30pm and alternative Saturdays (6:00am-10:00am) Salary:
Competitive

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity where your skills will shine and your ideas will shape the future?

At Grundon, we are on the lookout for a dynamic, passionate, and driven individual to join our Operations team based in Stansted as a LGV Driver. This is more than just a job‑it's an opportunity to join a company that is here to show the world that there is more to waste than it seems. Your contributions will make a real difference as we work towards our shared vision to unlock the potential of waste while being dedicated to leaving a better planet for future generations.

Reporting to the Depot Operations Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission by developing your skills and learning to drive and operate a range of waste collection vehicles safely and efficiently, in line with company standards. You will contribute to delivering a dependable waste collection and disposal service across multiple locations, ensuring the safety of yourself, your crew, and the public.

With a strong commitment to customer care, you'll help us maintain the highest standards of service at all times.

• Carry out daily vehicle checks, complete defect/damage reports, and follow the correct escalation process.
• Comply with tachograph legislation, Working Time Directive, and all company SOPs, risk assessments, and H&S requirements (including PPE).
• Report incidents, near‑misses, contaminated bins, and non‑conforming waste promptly, ensuring all paperwork is accurately completed with job tickets.
• Maintain vehicles to a high standard, including cleanliness and weekly wheel nut torque checks.
• Provide excellent service to colleagues and customers, demonstrating reliability and strong timekeeping.
• Be flexible towards working hours and be available for occasional overtime to meet business and depot needs.
• Ensure full compliance with all Company policies and procedures including health and safety and employment.
• Any other duties, such as ad‑hoc projects, as requested by the Manager/Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder.

• Supportive, inclusive, and fun team culture.
• Designed to empower you to work where and how you thrive, balancing productivity with lifestyle.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Competitive salary and great benefits.
• A company that values your voice and ideas.

• Applicants must hold a valid LGV Class 2 (Category
  
  C) licence, Driver Qualification Card (DQC), and digital tachograph driver card. Possession of a Class 1 (C+E) licence would be advantageous.
• Experience driving roll‑on roll‑offs, skips, front‑end loaders and waste wheelers would be an advantage; however full training will be provided.
• Practical skills including map reading, following directions, and demonstrating behaviours aligned to our workplace values.
• A proactive, “can‑do” attitude with flexibility to take on new tasks and additional hours when required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and customer‑focused approach.
• Ability to work well in a team while also using your own initiative.
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety requirements, with a commitment to attending all necessary training.

Grundon is the UK's largest family‑owned supplier of integrated waste management and environmental services. Founded in 1929, we have developed a distinctive approach that has helped us to maintain a leading position within the waste industry. This approach is underpinned by our commitment to quality of service, innovation and technical progress, together with a genuine and demonstrable concern for the environment.

At Grundon, we are dedicated to providing diversity, equality, and inclusion. We believe great ideas come from everywhere, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive.