Refuse/Recycling HGV Driver

Are you an experienced HGV driver looking for a role where you can make a visible difference to the local community every day? We are looking for reliable, safety-conscious and customer-focused drivers to join our Waste Services team delivering essential refuse and recycling collections across the borough.

As a Refuse & Recycling HGV Driver, you will be responsible for operating collection vehicles on planned routes, ensuring waste and recycling collections are completed safely, efficiently and in line with service standards.

This is a hands-on role that combines professional driving with supporting collection crews, maintaining vehicle safety and delivering excellent service to residents. You'll play an important part in helping keep the borough clean while supporting the Council's environmental and recycling objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate refuse and recycling collection vehicles on designated routes.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and complete all required vehicle checks and records.
• Ensure vehicle defects are promptly reported and dealt with appropriately.
• Work closely with collection crews to complete daily collection rounds safely and efficiently.
• Follow all reversing and manoeuvring procedures, working with crew members to maintain safety at all times.
• Ensure vehicle loads remain within legal weight limits.
• Discharge collected waste and recycling at designated disposal facilities.
• Support the crew with collections and manual handling duties where required.
• Complete all operational records, driver hours and digital reporting requirements accurately.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and customer care while representing the Council.

About You

We are seeking someone who takes pride in their work, puts safety first and can work effectively as part of a team. You will be professional, dependable and committed to delivering a high-quality service for residents.

Essential Requirements

• Valid LGV/HGV Licence.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Full Driver CPC qualification.
• Current Digital Driver Card.
• No more than three penalty points on your driving licence.
• Ability to undertake manual handling and physically demanding work.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Good understanding of health and safety responsibilities.
• Ability to use in-cab technology and electronic devices to record daily activities.
• Flexible approach to working hours and service requirements.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous HGV driving experience within waste management or environmental services.
• Safety awareness or manual handling training.
• Knowledge of the local area.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a dedicated frontline service that residents rely on every day. You will be part of a supportive team delivering an essential service while helping improve the local environment.

We offer:

• Stable employment within a local authority environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• A supportive team culture.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the borough and its residents.
• A workplace built around the values of Respect, Collaboration, Efficiency, Integrity, and Openness and Honesty.

Join Our Team

If you're a qualified HGV driver who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering excellent service, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help keep our borough clean, safe and sustainable for all residents.