Class 1 LGV Driver – Bonus Scheme + Fully-Funded CPC, Banbury

Salary: Competitive + driver bonus scheme + fully-funded continued CPC held on a working day

Working Hours :Monday- Friday 7:00am-16:30pm and alternative Saturdays (7:00am-11:30am)

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 Artic movements team based in Banbury as a Class 1 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. Here your contributions will make a real difference as we work towards our shared vision to unlock the potential of waste whilst we are dedicated to leaving a better planet for future generations.

Reporting to the Site 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 job holder’s Manager/Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder.

• A supportive, inclusive, and fun team culture
• Designed to empower you to work where and how you thrive, balancing productivity with lifestyle
• Competitive salary and great benefits
• A company that values your voice and ideas

• Valid Class 1 (category C+E) licence
• Driver Qualification Card (DQC)
• Up-to-date Driver's Digi Card
• Strong knowledge of analogue and digital tachographs, current driving and working time regulations, and the Highway Code.
• Basic understanding of relevant health & safety and, ideally, waste legislation.
• Effective communicator with good interpersonal skills and a professional, positive attitude.
• Able to interpret maps and directions confidently and work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrates behaviours aligned with company values, showing flexibility and a willingness to undertake additional tasks, hours, and training as required.