7.5 tonne driver

Job details

• Contract
• Full Time
• Oxford
• Posted on 5 October 2026
• 15.82 USD / Year
• Job Ref: 049/03049
• Salary: £15.82 per hour

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Pay: £15.82 per hour  |  Location: Oxford   |  Start Date: Immediate starts available

Job Description:

We are looking for a reliable and hard-working 7.5t Driver to join a busy waste removal team. This is a physical, hands-on role that requires someone who is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and is confident operating a 7.5 tonne vehicle on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a 7.5 tonne vehicle for the collection and transportation of bulk waste materials
• Loading and unloading waste by hand and using appropriate equipment
• Carrying out pre-use vehicle checks and defect reporting in line with legal requirements
• Assisting with the manual handling and segregation of waste materials
• Ensuring all waste is handled, transported and disposed of in accordance with current waste regulations and duty of care legislation
• Completing relevant paperwork including waste transfer notes and consignment notes
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment at all times
• Liaising with site managers, customers and team members professionally

Requirements

• Valid Category C1 licence (7.5 tonne)
• Driver CPC qualification card (DQC)
• Valid digital tachograph card
• Good level of physical fitness — manual handling involved
• Strong time management and communication skills

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, punctual and self-motivated
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Safety conscious at all times
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Work Location: In person

• If you fit the criteria, apply today and take the wheel of your future. Send your CV to [email removed] or call [phone removed] for more info.

 

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