ADR Driver (Class 1 or 2) – Full Time, Permanent
Based at our Chesterfield Site: Station Lane, Old Whittington, S41 9HY
£15.50 per hour + Night Out Allowance + overtime + quarterly bonus
Full-time | Monday to Friday | Approx. 55 hours per week
We’re looking for experienced and professional ADR Drivers to join our team at Ward’s Chesterfield site. If you’re licensed to carry hazardous goods and looking for a stable, rewarding role with occasional nights out (paid allowance provided) – this could be the opportunity for you.
Join one of the UK’s leading independent metal and waste recycling specialists and be part of a logistics operation that supports environmental sustainability across the country.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be responsible for the safe collection and transport of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials, in line with ADR regulations and Ward’s strict safety standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Driving Class 1 or Class 2 vehicles (depending on licence)
- Handling collections and deliveries of ADR-regulated materials
- Complying with all ADR safety requirements and transport legislation
- Completing relevant paperwork, including Waste Transfer Notes
- Conducting daily vehicle and equipment checks
- Liaising with planners, customers and site staff
- Completing night outs as required – Night Out Allowance paid
What You’ll Need
- A valid LGV Cat C (Class 2) or Cat C+E (Class 1) licence
- Up-to-date ADR certification
- Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card
- Proven experience transporting ADR waste or materials
- Willingness to complete night outs when required
- A strong focus on compliance, safety and professional standards
What’s in It for You?
- £15.50 per hour, paid weekly
- Night Out Allowance for each night away
- Enhanced overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 per week
- Quarterly performance bonus, based on safety and efficiency
- Full-time, permanent role with approx. 55 hours per week
- Access to our Re-WARD Benefits, including:
▪ Life Insurance
▪ Employee Assistance Programme
▪ Cycle to Work Scheme
▪ Free flu jabs
▪ Retail and restaurant discounts, and more - Paid ADR refresher and CPC training
- £500 Refer-a-Friend bonus
- Increasing holiday entitlement with service
- Company pension
- A well-maintained, modern fleet of vehicles
- Work for a FORS Gold-accredited and safety-led company
Why Join WARD?
WARD is one of the UK’s largest independent metal and waste recycling specialists, employing over 400 people and operating across multiple sites nationwide. With a turnover exceeding £300 million, we are a family-owned, values-led business focused on safety, sustainability, and long-term careers.
We invest in our people, our fleet, and your future. If you’re looking for a stable role with responsibility, support and progression – apply now and be part of Ward’s ADR transport team.
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