7.5t Bulky Waste Driver

Schools’ Choice; Corby; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is recruiting a 7.5t Bulky Waste Driver to join the Street Cleansing team in Corby on an ongoing temporary basis. You will collect bulky household waste with a two-person crew, handling furniture, white goods and other large items.

The role is outdoors, physical and involves lifting, manual handling and working in all weather. A valid driving licence and good customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in waste collections, street cleansing, logistics, removals, labouring or similar outdoor/manual roles is desirable.
• Ability to undertake physical work involving lifting and carrying heavy items.
• Reliable, punctual and safety conscious.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• A valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Collect bulky household waste from residential properties.
• Load and unload items such as furniture, white goods, mattresses and other large household items.
• Work effectively as part of a two-person collection team.
• Follow safe working practices and manual handling procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with residents.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept clean and in good condition.
• Complete collections efficiently and in line with daily schedules.

Skills

Driving licence

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

7.5t Bulky Waste Driver Pay Rate: £16.35 per hour PAYE

Location: North Northamptonshire Council, 3 Lammas Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN15 5JF

Contract: Ongoing Temporary Assignment

Hours: 37 hours per week

Team: Street Cleansing Services

Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of North Northamptonshire Council for a 7.5t Bulky Waste Driver to join their Street Cleansing team on an ongoing temporary basis. This is a varied and active role collecting bulky household waste items booked by residents through the council's website. Collections include furniture, white goods, mattresses and other non-food household items across the North Northamptonshire area. Working as part of a two-person crew, you will help provide an essential service to local residents while maintaining high standards of customer service and safety. This role involves manual handling and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect bulky household waste from residential properties.
• Load and unload items such as furniture, white goods, mattresses and other large household items.
• Work effectively as part of a two-person collection team.
• Follow safe working practices and manual handling procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with residents.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept clean and in good condition.
• Complete collections efficiently and in line with daily schedules.

Working Hours

37 hours per week with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 3:00pm (7.5 hours) Friday: 7:00am - 2:30pm (7 hours).

Requirements

• Previous experience in waste collections, street cleansing, logistics, removals, labouring or similar outdoor/manual roles is desirable.
• Ability to undertake physical work involving lifting and carrying heavy items.
• Reliable, punctual and safety conscious.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• A valid driving licence.

All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references.