As a Relief Multi-Truck Driver with our company, you will play a critical role in our business by operating various vehicles. Your primary responsibility will be to safely and efficiently transport and operate each vehicle for various purposes from day to day. This position requires a dedicated and responsible individual who values safety, reliability, and teamwork.
Reports to - The HGV Rigid Truck Driver will report to the Solid Waste Operations Manager.
About The Role
Key Responsibilities:
- Role involves driving both roll on/roll off and chain lift skip trucks.
- Role involves delivering and collecting skips to and from customers premises.
- Role involves driving various types of trucks and full training will be given.
- Role involves using a smart phone app to complete your daily work.
- Role is a demanding and a fast-paced environment.
- Working Day Five Over Six (Monday to Saturday).
Qualifications:
- Valid HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) license with Category C and preferably Category C+E.
- Previous experience operating Jet Vac Tanker vehicles is an advantage.
- Excellent driving record with a focus on safety.
- Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work varying hours and respond to emergency callouts.
Ability to commute/relocate: Oranmore, County Galway: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred).
Required Criteria
- Valid HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) license with Category C and preferably Category C+E.
Desired Criteria
- Previous experience operating Jet Vac Tanker vehicles is an advantage.
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, Annual Rise, Progression opportunities, Long service awards
Salary
Not disclosed