About the role
📍 Location: Cardiff 🕒 Full Time | Permanent | 7:00am-16:00pm
Join Our Growing Waste Management Team
Smiths is looking for a reliable and hardworking Delivery Driver & Yard Operative to support the day-to-day operation of our Commercial Waste division in Cardiff.
This is a varied and hands-on role that combines delivery driving with yard-based duties. You will be responsible for the safe delivery and collection of wheelie bins, equipment and materials across our operating area, while also helping to maintain a safe, organised and efficient yard environment.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in delivering excellent customer service, and are looking for a role where no two days are the same, we'd like to hear from you.
Why Join Smiths?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and supportive team where you'll play an important role in delivering great service to our customers while helping to maintain an efficient and well-organised operation.
- Permanent full-time employment
- PPE provided
- Boot allowance
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Discounts on group services
- Earn Additional Annual Leave with Length of Service
Key Responsibilities
Delivery & Collection Duties
- Safely deliver and collect wheelie bins, equipment and materials across our operating area.
- Complete daily delivery and collection schedules efficiently and professionally.
- Accurately record deliveries and collections using handheld devices and tablets.
- Ensure all loads are transported safely and securely in line with company procedures.
Yard Operations
- Support the day-to-day running of a busy operational yard.
- Assist with wheelie bin cleaning, repairs and maintenance.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness and organisation throughout the yard.
- Support operational activities to ensure customer requirements are met efficiently and safely.
Vehicle Safety & Compliance
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and inspections.
- Complete vehicle defect reporting and inspection records accurately.
- Operate vehicles safely and in accordance with company procedures and transport legislation.
- Ensure vehicles remain roadworthy and compliant at all times.
What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements
- ✅ Full UK Driving Licence
- ✅ Experience in a delivery driving, yard operative, warehouse, waste management, construction or similar operational role
- ✅ Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within an operational environment
- ✅ Ability to load, unload and handle equipment and materials safely
- ✅ Basic IT skills, including the use of tablets and handheld devices
- ✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable
- Forklift Truck Licence
- Experience within the waste management, recycling or logistics sectors
- First Aid or Health & Safety qualification
About You
You'll be someone who
- Has a positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic.
- Enjoys working in an outdoor, physically active role.
- Is reliable, punctual and dependable.
- Communicates professionally with customers and colleagues.
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards of housekeeping and vehicle care.
- Is safety-conscious and committed to following procedures.
- Can work flexibly between driving and yard-based duties as operational requirements change.
Please note: This role involves working outdoors for a significant proportion of the day and includes manual handling activities. A full UK driving licence is essential for this position.
Apply today and become part of a team that helps keep our operations moving safely and efficiently. 🚛♻️