Location: Belfast
Duration: Temporary
Salary: Band 2
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday/Friday – flexible working available
Start: ASAP
Vehicle: Vehicle provided

Apple Recruitment Services are currently seeking a Band 2 Driver. This is a temporary opportunity working 22.5 hours per week, with the successful candidate required to provide transport and delivery support across Northern Ireland. A Trust vehicle will be provided for the role.

Duties will include:

• Collecting and delivering materials, supplies, equipment and other items to and from designated locations across Northern Ireland.
• Driving the allocated Trust vehicle in a careful, lawful and responsible manner.
• Ensuring goods and items are secure during transit and delivery.
• Scheduling deliveries to ensure the most efficient use of resources.
• Accurately completing and returning all required paperwork and documentation.
• Ensuring the vehicle is kept clean and presentable inside and out.
• Carrying out daily routine checks of the vehicle, including fuel, oil, water and tyres.
• Completing vehicle logbooks and other documentation as required.
• Reporting any vehicle defects or issues through the appropriate procedures.
• Ensuring deliveries are made in a timely manner and providing a high-quality service.
• Reporting any incidents, complaints or other issues to the appropriate manager.
• Complying with relevant Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Participating in appropriate training as required.
• Carrying out any other duties appropriate to the role as required.

Essential Criteria

• At least 6 months’ experience of carrying out goods deliveries.
• Must hold a valid UK driver’s licence appropriate for the vehicle being driven. C1 licence is not required for this role.
• Must hold a valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
• Must be 18 years of age or over.
• A responsible and careful approach to driving and vehicle use.
• The ability to complete relevant paperwork and maintain accurate records.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage deliveries efficiently.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• A commitment to Health and Safety and following relevant policies and procedures.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, driving experience, relevant qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Antrim
Pay: £13.69–£14.13 per hour + Waste Allowance
Enhanced rates: Up to £16.74 per hour including Waste Allowance
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Various shift patterns, including Monday–Thursday and 4 days out of 7
Duration: Temporary contracts 

Application Deadline: Friday 28th August at 12pm!

Apple Recruitment are currently recruiting for multiple Waste Resource Management Drivers to join a busy Environmental Services operation based in Antrim.

We are recruiting for both Category C and Category C1 Drivers, with a number of full-time temporary opportunities available.

These roles offer competitive rates of pay, including a Waste Allowance, and would suit experienced professional drivers who are comfortable working in a busy waste management environment.

Vacancies Available

Category C Drivers

£14.13 per hour + 8.5% Waste Allowance = £15.33 per hour

• Full-time, 37 hours per week
• Monday–Thursday shift pattern
• Temporary contract up to 30 November 2026

£14.13 per hour + 18.5% Waste Allowance = £16.74 per hour

• Full-time, 37 hours per week
• 4 days out of 7
• Temporary contracts available up to 30 November 2026
• One position available on a temporary contract of up to 3 months

Category C1 Drivers – 3 Positions

£13.69 per hour + 18.5% Waste Allowance = £16.22 per hour

• Full-time, 37 hours per week
• 4 days out of 7
• Monday–Saturday working pattern
• Temporary contract up to 30 November 2026
• 3 positions available

The Role

As a Waste Resource Management Driver, you will be responsible for operating the appropriate vehicle safely and efficiently while supporting waste collection and resource management services.

The role involves working as part of a team, following health and safety procedures and ensuring a professional and reliable service is delivered.

Essential Requirements

For Category C positions:

• Valid C+E licence
• Full CPC Licence / Driver Qualification Card
• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating with a Category C licence
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use systems for holidays/GPS
• Working knowledge of health and safety procedures, including manual handling and the use of reversing assistants
• Knowledge of waste collection, disposal and recycling
• Knowledge of traffic management
• Willingness to undertake a Driver Assessment as part of the recruitment process

For Category C1 positions:

• Valid Category C1 licence
• Full CPC Licence / Driver Qualification Card
• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating with a Category C1 licence
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use systems for holidays/GPS
• Working knowledge of health and safety procedures, including manual handling and the use of reversing assistants
• Knowledge of waste collection, disposal and recycling
• Knowledge of traffic management

Desirable Experience

Previous experience in the following areas would be advantageous:

• Waste management
• Driving refuse collection vehicles
• Operating HGV mechanical sweepers

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A reliable and responsible approach to work
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good customer service skills
• The ability to work independently and use initiative
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• A commitment to health and safety
• Flexibility and resilience when working in a busy operational environment

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Category C or Category C1 Driver looking for a full-time temporary opportunity in Antrim, we would be keen to hear from you.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Bangor
Salary: £16.68 per hour
Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Duration: 6 months, with possible extension
Closing Date: Monday 31st August 2026 at 12 noon

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a public sector organisation for a Logistics Support Technician to join their team based in Bangor.

This is a varied operational logistics role supporting fleet, supplies and service delivery activities across Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe transportation and delivery of equipment, supplies and personnel, vehicle and equipment checks, stock and asset management, maintenance and decontamination duties, and supporting operational incidents when required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive a range of specialist service vehicles, including LGVs, vans, cars and fire appliances across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
• Safely transport and deliver equipment, materials, supplies and personnel to operational locations, training exercises and incidents.
• Load and unload vehicles and goods using forklift trucks and other mechanical handling equipment.
• Carry out vehicle inspections, refuelling and routine checks, reporting any defects.
• Support the issue, receipt, transfer and inventory management of operational appliances and equipment.
• Test, inspect, calibrate and maintain a range of operational equipment and ensure accurate records are maintained.
• Support the testing, cleaning, repair and decontamination of firefighting equipment and PPE.
• Assist with stocktaking, inventory checks and the secure transportation of sensitive items.
• Support the deployment and resupply of welfare facilities at operational incidents.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment, stores and work areas to a high standard.
• Participate in a regional standby rota to provide logistical support outside normal working hours when required.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer service while adhering to relevant health, safety and security procedures.

Essential Criteria:

Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a service delivery environment which included driving Large Goods Vehicles (LGV).
• A full, current HGV/LGV Category C UK driving licence.
• A full, current B+E UK driving licence.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Management Information Systems.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide accurate and timely information.
• A customer-focused approach.
• Strong planning, organisational, prioritisation and attention-to-detail skills.
• A Counterbalance and Reach & Tier forklift truck licence, or willingness to complete the required training.

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 2 in a relevant subject or equivalent qualification.
• Qualification and/or experience in a technical or maintenance role.
• Knowledge or experience of Fire & Rescue Service equipment.
• Cat D1 UK driving licence.

Please note: Candidates must meet the full essential criteria by the closing date to be considered for the position.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Salary: £14.13 per hour plus 18.5 % allowance = £16.74

Location: Antrim and Newtownabbey

Hours: 37 hours per week. Shift Pattern is as follows:

• Week 1: Tues-Friday 6AM-3:45PM
• Week 2: Mon, Tues, Sat & Sun 6AM-3:45PM

DEADLINE: Monday 24^th August 2026

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that each day’s task, rota and workload is completed on the appropriate day and the week’s tasks are completed within the normal working week, with the exception of unforeseen circumstances (e.g. breakdowns etc) to the quality standards set by the Council.
• Responsible for the inspection of waste resource management containers to ensure they comply with Council Policy, completing rejection/damage reports for management action.
• Apply traffic management knowledge and skills in compliance with Road Traffic Regulations (NI) Order 1997 as amended and all other relevant legislation.
• Responsible for daily cleaning of vehicles and mechanical sweeper hoppers and grills etc. Carrying out routine vehicle maintenance checks as specified including cleaning and operation of any fitted power mechanism.
• Responsible for the completion of records (e.g. daily vehicle defects, accidents, safety checks). Daily reporting any actual or potential mechanical or electrical faults, or damage to the vehicle, to the WRM Supervisor as applicable.
• Responsible for ensuring on-board cameras, safety devices, communication systems and computerised systems are fully operational and used.
• Maintain records, completing documentation and all associated work including receiving and giving instructions to crew members. Supervision of crew, the operation of the service and customer liaison in accordance with the standards set by the Council. Carry out key holder duties on occasions.
• Carrying out WRM Collection duties, to collect all approved domestic and commercial refuse and recyclable containers presented, ensuring all containers are returned to a safe position.
• When carrying out Street Cleansing duties, cleanse footpaths and adjacent gutters, collection of litter on public highways and other specified areas within the Borough to the quality standards set out be Council by means of manual sweeping, shovelling, litter picking, pedestrian operated suction sweepers and other appropriate methods.
• Emptying of litter bins and waste receptacles, weeding of footpaths and gutters, cleaning of street furniture, removal of fly-tipped and fly-posted materials, removal of animal carcasses and any other cleansing or emergency works.
• Collection of bulky domestic items, heavy garden waste, and accumulations of waste resulting from illegally dumped materials. Collection of litter, as and when required, on specified carriageways, verges and any Council owned property.
• Carrying out Household Recycling Centre duties, to supervise the disposal of all waste, assist members of the public with the disposal of large and heavy items, ensure that the use of recycling facilities are maximised and that the site is kept clean, tidy and free from litter. Maximise the diversion of waste resources from the residual waste stream to increase the recycling and recovery of waste.
• In the event of inclement weather preventing normal work undertake alternative tasks commensurate with the level of the post as may be allocated by management, including gritting and snow clearance.
• Assist and carry out the delivery of Council communications, including leaflets, stickers, & flyers, which may require to be attached or stuck to a bin or delivered through letter box or equivalent.
• Assist and ensure the safe delivery of stores items as directed by the Stores Supervisor.
• Contribute to the performance of the Operational Services Section to ensure key performance indicators for the Section are achieved.

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential:

• Valid C+E licence
• Hold a full CPC Licence/Drivers Qualification Card
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating with a category C licence
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Computer literate (to use TMS for holidays/GPS)
• Working knowledge of health and safety procedures including manual handling and use of reversing assistants
• Knowledge of waste collection and disposal and recycling issues
• Traffic management
• You will be required to do a Driver Assessment in order to fulfil the roles of this post.

Desirable:

• Minimum of two years’ experience within a waste management environment
• Minimum of two years’ experience of driving refuse collection vehicles
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating HGV Mechanical Sweepers

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date and includes your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

If this opportunity isn’t quite right for you but you are seeking a new role, we would still welcome your enquiry.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Salary: £13.69 per hour plus 18.5% Waste Allowance = £16.22

Location: Antrim and Newtownabbey

Hours: 37 hours per week. Monday-Saturday Shift Pattern

DEADLINE: Mon 24th August 2026 @12PM

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the vehicle and equipment on the allocated route undertaking daily checks and routine vehicle maintenance, operating mechanical tail lifts and any other moving parts relevant to vehicle.
• Apply traffic management knowledge and skills in compliance with Road Traffic Regulations (NI) Order 1997 as amended and all other relevant legislation.
• When carrying out Street Cleansing duties, to cleanse footpaths and adjacent gutters, collection of litter on public highways and other specified areas within the Borough to the quality standards set out by the Council by means of manual sweeping, shovelling, litter picking, pedestrian operated suction sweepers and other appropriate methods.
• Responsible for the inspection of litter bins and waste receptacles to ensure they comply with Council policy, completing rejection / damage reports for management action.
• Responsible for completion of records (e.g. daily vehicle defects, accidents, safety checks).
• Responsible for daily cleaning of vehicles and mechanical sweeper hoppers and grills etc. Carrying out routine vehicle maintenance checks as specified including cleaning and operation of any fitted power mechanism.
• Responsible for ensuring on-board systems, safety devices, communication systems are fully operational and used.
• Carrying out Household Recycling Centre duties, to supervise the disposal of all waste, assist members of the public with the disposal of large and heavy items, ensure that the use of recycling facilities are maximised and that the site is kept clean, tidy and free from litter. Maximise the diversion of waste resources from the residual waste stream to increase the recycling and recovery of waste.
• Carrying out WRM Collection duties, to collect all approved domestic and commercial refuse and recyclable containers presented, ensuring all containers are returned to a safe position.
• Collection of bulky domestic items, heavy garden waste, and accumulations of waste resulting from illegally dumped materials. Collection of litter, as and when required, on specified carriageways, verges and any Council owned property.
• In the event of inclement weather preventing normal work undertake reasonable alternative tasks as may be allocated by management, including gritting and snow clearance.
• Assist and carry out the delivery of Council communications, including leaflets, stickers, & flyers, which may require to be attached or stuck to bins or delivered through letter box or equivalent.
• If not on driving duties, carry out the duties of a Waste Resource Management operative.

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential:

• Valid Category C1 licence
• Hold, a full CPC Licence/Drivers Qualification Card
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating with a category C1 licence
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Computer literate (to use TMS for holidays/GPS)
• Working knowledge of health and safety procedures including manual handling and using reversing assistants
• Knowledge of waste collection and disposal and recycling issues
• Traffic Management

Desirable:

• Minimum of two years’ experience within a waste management environment
• Minimum of two years’ experience of driving refuse collection vehicles
• Minimum of one year’s experience operating Mechanical Sweepers

How to Apply

If you with to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date and includes your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

If this opportunity isn’t quite right for you but you are seeking a new role, we would still welcome your enquiry.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Location: Holywell Hospital Site, Antrim

Duration: Temporary, initially 1 month

Salary: Band 2

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8:15am – 4:15pm

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Freight Driver – Band 2 based at Holywell Hospital Site, Antrim.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver to join a busy Transport Department, providing an essential delivery and collection service between hospitals and community facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport and deliver pharmacy items, office furniture, equipment, mail and other items between hospitals and community facilities.
• Carry out multi-drop deliveries as required.
• Ensure items are transported safely and efficiently.
• Complete relevant vehicle and journey records, including mileage, fuel usage, loading and other required information.
• Carry out routine vehicle checks and minor running maintenance, including checking and topping up fuel, oil and water.
• Check tyre condition and pressure and report any issues as required.
• Keep vehicles clean and in a suitable condition for use.
• Comply with all relevant health and safety, driving and Trust procedures.
• Complete the Trust driving test using a suitable Trust vehicle.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have:

• A full current unrestricted Category B driving licence valid for use in the UK and be out of R plates.
• Access to a car on appointment.
• Experience of multi-drop deliveries.
• The ability to successfully complete a Trust Driving Test.

The requirement to hold a driving licence and have access to a car may be waived where an applicant’s disability prohibits driving, provided they have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will enable them to carry out the duties of the post.

How to Apply

If you wish to be considered for this role or would like more information, please apply by emailing your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history with dates, qualifications and full contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.