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Collections Loader - Trainee Class 2 Driver Loader Location: Albert Road, Bristol Salary: £30,639.07 per annum (pay award pending) Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday–Friday 06:00-14:18 About Bristol Waste Company At Bristo…
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~39 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The role involves performing safe and efficient waste collection duties while participating in a structured development program to become a Class 2 Driver. You will work collaboratively with the operations team to ensure service delivery standards are met and maintained.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and demonstrate a positive attitude toward learning and professional development. Previous experience in an operational or physically demanding environment is preferred but not essential.
Full job description
Collections Loader - Trainee Class 2 Driver Loader
Location: Albert Road, Bristol Salary: £30,639.07 per annum (pay award pending) Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday–Friday 06:00-14:18
About Bristol Waste Company
At Bristol Waste Company, what we do matters. We keep Bristol and the surrounding areas clean, safe and moving. Working in partnership with the council, we support the city’s sustainability goals while delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services. Our commercial operations are growing, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to grow with us.
The Role
To work as a Loader within the Collections team while undertaking a structured development programme designed to progress into a Class 2 Driver role. The role provides practical operational experience, develops knowledge of safe working practices, collection operations and customer service, before supporting successful completion of funded Class 2 licence training within an agreed development period.
The post holder will spend the initial period developing competence as a Loader before progressing through Class 2 driver training and assessment, with the expectation of moving into an available Driver position once qualified and competent.
Development Programme
Undertake an initial period working as a Loader to develop operational knowledge, safe working practices, route operations, customer service skills and experience of frontline service delivery.
Progress through a structured Class 2 Driver development programme, subject to satisfactory performance, attendance, operational requirements and meeting the Company's eligibility requirements for driver training.
Following successful completion of the development programme, progress into a substantive Class 2 Driver role, subject to the successful completion of competency assessment, BWC Driver Induction, satisfactory performance and conduct, and the availability of a suitable vacancy in line with operational requirements.
Employees will be required to enter into the Company's Learning Agreement in relation to the funded Class 2 licence training.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out loading duties safely and efficiently on allocated collection rounds in accordance with Company procedures, client requirements and safe systems of work.
Learn and apply safe working practices, waste collection processes, route operations and customer service standards while supporting effective service delivery.
Work collaboratively with Drivers, Chargehands, Supervisors and other operational colleagues to ensure collections are completed safely and efficiently.
Maintain high standards of attendance, punctuality, conduct and professionalism throughout the development programme.
Participate fully in all required training, inductions, toolbox talks and development activities.
Demonstrate the knowledge, behaviours and practical competence required to progress from Loader to Class 2 Driver within the agreed development period.
Successfully complete funded Class 2 licence training, including theory, practical driving tests and any associated CPC requirements.
Carry out daily vehicle checks and driver responsibilities once authorised to undertake driver training and supervised driving activities.
Report hazards, accidents, near misses and operational issues promptly through the appropriate reporting channels.
Protect company assets, vehicles and equipment, ensuring they are used responsibly and maintained in good condition.
What We’re Looking For
Experience working in an operational, outdoor or physically demanding environment (desirable).
Experience working as part of a team.
Demonstrates a positive attitude towards learning and personal development.
Full UK driving licence
Previous professional driving experience preferred but not essential.
Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow instructions and safe working procedures.
Willingness to learn new skills and undertake structured development.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Awareness of customer service standards.
Understanding of manual handling principles (or willingness to learn).
Awareness of transport legislation, driver responsibilities and safe driving practices.
Our Benefits
25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
5% employer pension contribution
Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Work scheme
£200 employee referral bonus
Learning and development opportunities with clear progression routes
Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers
Employee recognition awards and long service awards
Everyone Belongs
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and ensure fair and equal consideration for all candidates.
How to Apply
Apply as soon as possible and before 23:59 on the closing date. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
We are responsible for refuse and recycling collection, street cleansing and waste disposal for the people of Bristol.
Industry
Waste Collection
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Bristol, Bristol
LinkedIn followers
4,485
Bristol Waste Company are responsible for refuse and recycling collection, street cleansing and waste disposal for the people of Bristol. We also run the city’s two Reuse and Recycling Centres (RRCs) plus growing commercial waste and facilities management businesses.
We are an enthusiastic, forward-thinking company with an ambitious vision for Bristol. A key part of this is the clear need to influence behavioural change in the city with regard to waste, recycling and litter, and to involve and empower citizens, community groups and businesses. In doing so, together, we can make Bristol a cleaner and greener place that wastes nothing.
Offices: Albert Road, Bristol, Bristol BS2 0XA, GB · 83 Hartcliffe Way, Bristol, England BS3 5RN, GB · Kings Weston Lane, Bristol, England BS11 0YS, GB · Folly Lane, Bristol, England BS2 0QS, GB · Lewins Mead, Deep Street, Bristol, England BS1 2NZ, GB