Delivery Driver & Yard Operative

📍 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. 🚛♻️