Hgv Rigid Truck Driver

Walsh Waste & Recycling is seeking a reliable, customer-focused HGV Rigid Truck Driver to join our collections team. Operating a Rear End Loader (REL) Truck, you will play a vital role in providing waste and recycling collection services to commercial customers throughout Galway City and County.

Reporting to the Solid Waste Operations Manager, this position offers the opportunity to work with a growing company committed to safety, service excellence and environmental sustainability.

About The Role

• Safely operate a Rear End Loader (REL) truck, completing scheduled waste and mixed dry recyclables collections across designated routes.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and ensure the vehicle remains roadworthy, safe and compliant with company and legal requirements.
• Deliver a professional and efficient collection service, ensuring all collections are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Build positive relationships with customers, respond to queries professionally and escalate issues where appropriate.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team while maintaining high standards of safety, customer service, and productivity.

Required Criteria

• C Driving licence (required)
• CPC (required)

Desired Criteria

• C1 Driving licence (preferred)

Skills Needed

About The Company

Guided by our mission to grow sustainably and equitably, we are committed to delivering innovative, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective services. We continuously invest in our people, embrace cutting-edge technologies, and promote a circular economy through waste reduction, reuse, and recycling—while maintaining exceptional customer care.

Sustainability Highlights

• Achieved a 50% reduction in CO₂ emissions.

• Improved collection route efficiency by 20%.

• Transitioning our entire fleet of cars and vans to Electric Vehicles.

• Committed to planting 50,000 trees to offset operational emissions.

• Purchasing 100% renewable electricity for our operations.

• Expanding our renewable energy capacity with solar panels on office rooftops.

We strive to be recognised not only for our reliability and flexibility but also as a leader in sustainable waste management. Our goal is to set the standard in the industry through forward-thinking solutions that benefit our employees, our customers, and the environment.

Company Culture

At Walsh Waste & Recycling, the company fosters a welcoming and friendly culture where staff members from diverse backgrounds collaborate to deliver high-quality customer service. The company invests in continuous employee development and training to maintain these standards. Based in Oranmore, all company departments operate from the same site, which is close to local amenities and only a 2-minute drive from the M6 motorway. Whether in the office, yard, garage, or on the road, Walsh Waste & Recycling ensures staff have the best equipment to perform their jobs effectively. The vehicle fleet is regularly upgraded and well-maintained in the on-site garage, and the office spaces are newly refurbished with modern equipment and energy efficiencies to reduce environmental impact.

Company Benefits

Benefits:

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Employee Referral Bonus Scheme.

• Social Events – Christmas, Summer BBQ, Sports.

• Discounted rates on skip hire.

• Increase Annual Bonus based on length of service.

• Increase Annual Leave based on length of service.

Vacation, Paid time off, Performance bonuses, Employee discounts, Referral bonus, Long service recognition, Social Opportunities, Progression opportunities, Long service awards

Salary

Not disclosed