HGV Driver


Job description

We are currently looking for an HGV Driver (C) to join our busy teams at our site in Maydown. As a Driver you will be required to complete multi drop deliveries and collections throughout NI. The Driver will also be required to collect and move commercial containers when required.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure excellent customer service skills that support the RiverRidge Brand
  • Ensure Health & Safety adherence at all times
  • Complete vehicle checks in line with operating licence procedures, reporting any defects to the Transport Office (both electronically and verbally)
  • Follow all regulations relating to driver’s hours and safe operation of heavy goods vehicles
  • Working collaboratively with the transport team to ensure excellent operational service is maintained, and continually improved
  • Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Undertake all necessary training, & co-operate with the security clearance process as required
  • Any other duties as delegated by the Transport Department

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Must hold a valid HGV licence - Category ‘C’
  • Must hold a Digital Tachograph card and Full Driver CPC
  • Full UK Driving Licence (max of 6 penalty points)
  • Basic disclosure checks i.e. Access NI, will be required and should be maintained
  • Ability to undertake manual work
  • Flexible approach to working hours is required in relation to finish times, weekends, and bank holidays
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Team player
  • Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Good knowledge of driver’s hours, rules, and regulations

Desirable Skills

  • Minimum of 6 months HGV driving experience
  • Previous experience working in the waste industry

Further Information

Any offer of employment will be subject to a successful driving assessment. Must be able to provide documentation to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK. Annual Bonus scheme available. Overtime rate of time and a half for hours worked over 44 hours Monday to Friday. Time and a half -Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holiday. 28 days Annual leave (incl. of 8 Customary/Bank Holidays). Company pension scheme. Employee uniform.

Vacancy ID
1753517
Job ref.
HGV/M/1/26
Job Sector
Transport, Distribution and Warehousing
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Derry/Londonderry, Maydown
Salary
£15.73 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
40
Published date
09/01/2026
Closing date
23/01/2026
Worktime
To be confirmed

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