Company
SD Waste Paper Ltd
Location
Manchester
Salary
£16.50–£17.00 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
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Job description
HGV Class 1 Driver – Hook Lift / Wagon & Drag
Location: North Manchester
Pay: £16.00–£17.00 per hour, plus monthly attendance bonus after probation
Job type: Full-time, permanent | Monday to Friday | No weekend working
We’re looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join our family-run wastepaper recycling business in North Manchester. This is a great opportunity for a reliable, customer-focused driver who wants steady local work, regular weekday hours, and to be part of a supportive team.
Why this role could suit you
You’ll be working locally with a predictable Monday–Friday pattern and no nights away. We value drivers who take pride in doing the job safely, professionally, and with good customer service.
• No nights out
• No long-distance driving
• No weekend working
You’ll have regular daily contact with customers, so a professional manner and good communication skills are just as important as your driving experience.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00–17:00.
What you’ll be doing: You’ll provide a safe, courteous, and efficient collection and exchange service for our customers, representing the company professionally at every site you visit. Your work will include collections and exchanges involving paper, cardboard, confidential waste, and occasional plastics.
• Driving a hook lift wagon & drag HGV, including Scania and Volvo vehicles
• Completing daily work safely and in line with company procedures
• Exchanging skips at customer sites
• Following road transport legislation and maintaining high safety standards
What we’re looking for
• Class 1 licence
• Experience driving a Class 1 wagon and drag vehicle
• A proven record of being punctual, reliable, and safety-conscious
• Good organisation and the ability to prioritise your workload
• Current and up-to-date Driver CPC qualification
• Forklift truck experience is helpful; a current FLT qualification will guarantee an interview for the role
What we offer
We offer a stable, permanent role with a practical benefits package designed to support you at work.
• £16.00–£17.00 per hour
• Monthly attendance bonus after a 3-month probationary period
• Workplace pension through NEST
• Full workwear supplied, including uniform, all-weather gear, and PPE
• 28 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays
• No bank holiday working unless agreed in advance
• Company phone supplied while on shift
• On-site parking
• On-site training facilities with video conference options for external training
Essential experience and certification
• Driving a goods vehicle: 2 years required
• Wagon & drag experience: 2 years required
• Driver CPC: required
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Class 1 driver looking for steady weekday work with no nights out, we’d like to hear from you.
Pay: £16.50-£17.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Free parking
Work Location: In person
Location: North Manchester
Pay: £16.00–£17.00 per hour, plus monthly attendance bonus after probation
Job type: Full-time, permanent | Monday to Friday | No weekend working
We’re looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join our family-run wastepaper recycling business in North Manchester. This is a great opportunity for a reliable, customer-focused driver who wants steady local work, regular weekday hours, and to be part of a supportive team.
Why this role could suit you
You’ll be working locally with a predictable Monday–Friday pattern and no nights away. We value drivers who take pride in doing the job safely, professionally, and with good customer service.
• No nights out
• No long-distance driving
• No weekend working
You’ll have regular daily contact with customers, so a professional manner and good communication skills are just as important as your driving experience.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00–17:00.
What you’ll be doing: You’ll provide a safe, courteous, and efficient collection and exchange service for our customers, representing the company professionally at every site you visit. Your work will include collections and exchanges involving paper, cardboard, confidential waste, and occasional plastics.
• Driving a hook lift wagon & drag HGV, including Scania and Volvo vehicles
• Completing daily work safely and in line with company procedures
• Exchanging skips at customer sites
• Following road transport legislation and maintaining high safety standards
What we’re looking for
• Class 1 licence
• Experience driving a Class 1 wagon and drag vehicle
• A proven record of being punctual, reliable, and safety-conscious
• Good organisation and the ability to prioritise your workload
• Current and up-to-date Driver CPC qualification
• Forklift truck experience is helpful; a current FLT qualification will guarantee an interview for the role
What we offer
We offer a stable, permanent role with a practical benefits package designed to support you at work.
• £16.00–£17.00 per hour
• Monthly attendance bonus after a 3-month probationary period
• Workplace pension through NEST
• Full workwear supplied, including uniform, all-weather gear, and PPE
• 28 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays
• No bank holiday working unless agreed in advance
• Company phone supplied while on shift
• On-site parking
• On-site training facilities with video conference options for external training
Essential experience and certification
• Driving a goods vehicle: 2 years required
• Wagon & drag experience: 2 years required
• Driver CPC: required
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Class 1 driver looking for steady weekday work with no nights out, we’d like to hear from you.
Pay: £16.50-£17.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Free parking
Work Location: In person
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As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for packing roles is £12.21 per hour for workers aged 21 and over as of 1 April 2026. Workers aged 18-20 receive £9.81 per hour and those under 18 receive £7.55 per hour with no exceptions for entry-level warehouse packing. Overtime must be paid at the same minimum rate after 48 hours in a seven-day period.
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What visa or work permit do non-UK citizens need for packing jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
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Do packing jobs in the UK require any formal education or prior experience in 2026?
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