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Job Description:
Class 1 RORO Wagon & Drag and ADR Driver – Full Time, Permanent
Based at our Cardiff Site, Cold Store Road, CF10 4LY
£15.50 per hour + Overtime +Night Out Allowance
Full-time | Monday to Friday
Are you a reliable and professional Class 1 RORO Wagon & Drag and ADR Driver with experience in Waste, Recycling or General Haulage? If so, Ward wants to hear from you.
You’ll be joining a team of over 100 professional drivers at one of the UK’s leading metal and waste recycling specialists. We’re proud to be a FORS Gold-accredited operator and we invest heavily in our people, safety, and ongoing driver development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communicating with your planner and following daily schedules
- Liaising with customers and clients on site, maintaining good relationships
- Conducting thorough pre-start vehicle checks
- Reporting any vehicle defects
- Following company Safe Operating Procedures
- Taking care of your vehicle
- Completing daily checks and paperwork
- Handling collections and deliveries of ADR-regulated materials
- Complying with all ADR safety requirements and transport legislation
-Completing relevant paperwork, including Waste Transfer Notes
- Completing night outs as required – Night Out Allowance paid
Skills and Knowledge Required:
- LGV Cat C+E License (Class 1)
- Current DCPC Card
- Up-to-date ADR certification
- Good geographical knowledge
- Proven experience transporting ADR waste or materials
- Willingness to complete night outs when required
- Tachograph/ digital smart card operation
What is in it for you?
We offer a diverse role with the opportunity to develop your skills and experience, the ability to work on your own initiative and be part of a busy team. Working hours will be up to 60 hours per week, with any hours worked over 40 paid at an enhanced overtime rate. Weekend work will be required during busy periods.
Benefits:
- Employee assistance programme
- Company Pension and life assurance
About us:
Today Ward Recycling, employs over 400 people and operates a fleet of over 120 vehicles. The company is now managed by third and fourth generation family members who continue their commitment to developing waste management and recycling techniques, saving their customers money and helping them to meet and exceed their recycling targets. As a modern business, Ward are aiming to be a positive force in the world. We believe that if we treat our customers, partners, staff and neighbours with respect and dignity, we will succeed in both our business and sustainability goals. As a waste management and resource recycling specialist, the environment is close to our hearts.
We are committed to delivering market-leading performance on key environmental issues in our business, with our customers, our supply chain, and our end consumers.
Do you want to be part of a fast-growing company with a sense of purpose, committed to developing waste management and recycling techniques with an environmental conscience?
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: RORO W&D Driver
