Refuse Driver/Collector 7.5 tonne

Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 a year
Location: 15 Stores Road, Derby
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 – 15:45
Contract Type: Permanent
DBS Requirement: N/A
Market Rate Supplement N/A
Closing Date: 01.12.2026 – closed sooner if enough interest

The Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated individual to join the refuse team as a Refuse Driver/Collector; as a service we are committed to providing the City of Derby with a reliable and regular refuse collection operations.
As a Driver/Collector your role will be key to supporting the operational delivery of this service by driving any refuse collection or associated vehicles safely to facilitate the safe and efficient collection of domestic refuse and recycling waste, from approximately 130,000 properties.
Applicants will be required to work 37 hours over 4 days, Tuesday – Friday, 6.00 am – 15.45 pm, with the option of occasional overtime.
A full induction, training and support will be provided to the successful applicant.

What you’ll be doing
In the role of Refuse Driver/ Collector, here’s an example of what you’ll be doing to make an impact:
You will be the chargehand for the round and responsible for refuse collectors including agency collectors
Ensuring safe working practices are adhered to
You will also be responsible for ensuring daily vehicle checks are completed and the vehicle is safe for operational use
Maintaining the vehicle cleanliness’ inside the cab and external surfaces

About You
To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally have…
LGV Class C License or C1 7.5t and a Driver CPC (GCSE English Grade C or above (or demonstratable equivalent)
Being physically fit is a must as when collecting, the role requires working at a good pace and walking up to 20 miles per day in all weathers
Good IT skills and experience in using in-cab technology and be able to provide reports both verbally and in written format
Some supervisory experience and the ability to work as a team with minimal supervision
Great communication skills and able to liaise effectively with members of the public, customers, and crew members, providing excellent customer service.
Willing to wear corporate uniform and PPE which are provided. A full induction, training and support will be provided to the successful applicant.

Who We Are
At Derby City Council, we're proud to deliver over 250 essential services that support our residents, communities and businesses. Guided by our vision to create an Inclusive, Green, Growing and Vibrant City, we put people at the heart of everything we do.

Our values shape how we work every day. We believe in Great People, One Team, we're Bold in embracing change, Strong in delivering for our communities, and We Care about making a positive difference.

Join us and you'll be part of an ambitious, collaborative organisation where you can develop your career while helping to shape Derby's future.
Why join Derby City Council?
At Derby City Council, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference while building a rewarding career in an organisation that values, supports and invests in its people.
Alongside the opportunity to help shape the future of Derby, you'll benefit from a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

Financial Benefits
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – a secure, defined benefit pension with life cover
• Team Derby Rewards – discounts across a wide range of retail, leisure and lifestyle brands
• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme – a salary sacrifice scheme for leasing a brand-new, fully maintained and insured vehicle
Work-Life Balance
• Generous annual leave, starting at 27 days and rising to 32 days after five years' service (plus bank holidays, depending on your contract)
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements for many roles
• Flexible retirement options, where eligible
• Support for colleagues with caring responsibilities
Learning and Development
• Learning and development opportunities, with regular career conversations to support your growth
• Leadership and management development programmes, mentoring and professional qualifications
• Modern workspaces designed to support collaboration, productivity and wellbeing
Health and Wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support and a year-round wellbeing calendar
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Cycle2Work Scheme and free cycle training
Community and Inclusion
• Up to 15 hours of volunteering leave each year
• Recognition through initiatives including the Here for Derby Awards and Long Service Awards
• The opportunity to join one of our Employee Networks, including LGBTQ+, Disabled Employees and Carers, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Employees, and Neurodiversity

At Derby City Council, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Whatever stage you're at in your career, you'll be joining an inclusive organisation where you'll be supported to develop, feel valued and make a meaningful difference to the communities we serve.

Some benefits are dependent on your role, contract or length of service.

How to apply

If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please submit an application via the Derby City Council website

The closing date for this vacancy is specified at the top of the advert. Applications received after midnight on the closing date will not be accepted.

Interview dates: Ongoing as applications are submitted
Interview location: 15 Stores Road, Derby, DE214BD

If you would prefer to apply using your CV, please complete the attached Declaration Form and send it along with your CV to: [email removed]

Applications submitted by CV must include a completed Declaration Form to be accepted; this can be found at the bottom of the advert.

We also encourage you to complete the attached Equalities Form and return it to [email removed] This is optional and will not affect your application.

Important Information
Links to the full Job Description and Person Specification are available below.

Before submitting your application, please read our guidance on completing the application form and ensure your supporting statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification.

All employees will normally be appointed to the minimum of the grade for the role.

Where a DBS requirement is indicated at the top of this advert, the successful candidate will be subject to the appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our safer recruitment process.

Where a Market Rate Supplement is indicated at the top of this advert, it is paid in addition to the basic salary and is subject to regular review. The supplement may be reduced or withdrawn and will reduce in line with incremental progression and pay awards.

The Council has a legal obligation to consider suitable redeployment opportunities for employees at risk of redundancy. Consequently, this vacancy may be withdrawn before the advertised closing date if it is filled through the Council's redeployment process.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Derby City Council, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we serve.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria