Class 1 HGV Driver (Skip Wagon)

Location: Barnsley

Pay Rate: Competitive pay rate plus overtime at time and a half (after 40 hours)

Times and Days of Work: Monday to Friday, no weekends. Start times typically between 2:00am and 5:00am.

Position Type: Temp to Perm

The Best Connection is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a Class 1 HGV Driver (Skip Wagon) to join a well-established waste management and recycling business in Barnsley. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and reliable driver looking for long-term employment with a varied role, regular weekday work, and the opportunity to secure a permanent position.

About the Role

As a Class 1 HGV Driver, you will be responsible for operating skip wagons, carrying out skip deliveries, collections, and exchanges at customer sites. Due to varying site opening times and workload demands, start times and daily hours may differ from day to day. The successful candidate will be comfortable working flexible hours and committed to delivering excellent service while maintaining high safety standards.

Your Duties Will Include:

• Carrying out skip deliveries, collections, and exchanges across customer sites
• Operating Class 1 HGV skip wagons safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading skips using hooks and chains
• Completing daily vehicle safety checks and reporting defects
• Communicating effectively with transport managers and site personnel
• Adhering to all road traffic legislation, health and safety procedures, and company policies
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with driver regulations

What We're Looking For:

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous skip wagon experience preferred
• Experience operating rigid vehicles and drawbar trailers preferred
• Flexibility with start times and working hours
• Strong communication skills and a professional attitude
• Excellent understanding of driver hours and vehicle safety requirements
• A reliable and hardworking approach to work

Benefits of Working for The Best Connection:

• Ongoing assignments throughout 2026
• Online registration
• CPC training
• 28 days paid holiday
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Overtime available
• Online payslips
• Contributory pension provision
• PAYE payroll (no admin fees to pay)

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

The Best Connection Group Limited was formed in 1991. The company has a network of 80+ branches throughout the UK and specialises in the supply of temporary labour to the industrial, HGV, warehouse, and distribution sectors.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.