4‑Day HGV Driver – Refuse & Recycling Fleet

Northumberland County Council; Choppington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexibleLE

4 day working week

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking an experienced HGV Driver - Refuse Vehicle to join Neighbourhood Services at Stakeford Depot, Choppington. This permanent, full-time role operates on a 4-day working week and focuses on safe, efficient refuse collection and recycling across the community.

You will drive a large fleet, maintain the vehicle and equipment, lead a small team, and ensure high standards of customer service while adhering to schedules and health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Class 2 HGV licence is essential.
• Experience driving large heavy goods vehicles with clean history.
• In-cab technology experience is desirable but training will be provided.
• Hardworking, physically fit and able to manoeuvre bins and operate hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Drive refuse/recycling vehicles and support new fleet operations.
• Ensure vehicle and equipment are well-maintained and used responsibly.
• Load refuse and supervise a small team of collection staff.
• Deliver safe, efficient services with good customer service and adherence to schedules.

Skills

HGV Licence (Class 2)

Experience driving large heavy goods

In-cab technology experience

Physically fit

Tools

In-cab technology

Job description

Northumberland County Council is seeking an experienced HGV Driver - Refuse Vehicle to join Neighbourhood Services at Stakeford Depot, Choppington. This permanent, full-time role operates on a 4-day working week and focuses on safe, efficient refuse collection and recycling across the community.

You will drive a large fleet, maintain the vehicle and equipment, lead a small team, and ensure high standards of customer service while adhering to schedules and health and safety requirements.