Driver Chargehand

TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform & PPE

LG Pension Scheme

32 days leave

Job summary

TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL is seeking an experienced Driver Chargehand for our Environmental Services team. You will drive a Category C waste collection vehicle, lead a small team of operatives, and ensure rounds are completed safely and efficiently.

The role demands physical fitness and the ability to work in all weather conditions; you will report on vehicle checks and paperwork, and deliver a high-quality service to residents while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• HGV driving and related licensing
• Experience supervising a small team
• Strong communication with the public
• Safe driving and incident reporting
• Ability to organise rounds and paperwork

Responsibilities

• Drive a Category C waste collection vehicle.
• Lead and motivate a small team of waste operatives.
• Perform vehicle checks and defect reporting; maintain paperwork.
• Collaborate to deliver high-quality services to residents.
• Work in all weather conditions and maintain safety and efficiency.

Skills

HGV driving

Team leadership

Public interaction

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety minded

Job description

Are you an experienced HGV driver who enjoys working outdoors and leading a team? We have an exciting opportunity for a Driver Chargehand to join our Environmental Services team. In this role, you will:

• Drive and operate a Category C waste collection vehicle.
• Lead and motivate a small team of waste collection operatives to ensure rounds are completed safely and efficiently.
• Take responsibility for vehicle checks, defect reporting, and maintaining accurate paperwork.
• Work collaboratively to deliver a high-quality service to our residents. This is a physically demanding role that requires working in all weather conditions, but it's also rewarding for those who enjoy teamwork and making a difference in the community.

What we're looking for:

• A valid Category C (HGV) license is essential for this role.
• Driver CPC qualification (training can be provided for the right candidate).
• Experience supervising a team and working with the public.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• A proactive, reliable, and safety-conscious approach. In return we offer a great place to work: a competitive salary, up to 32 days annual leave (dependent on local government service), a uniform/PPE and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. Full details of all benefits offered can be found on our website:

We are an inclusive employer, committed to providing equality of opportunities for all and believe that employing people from different backgrounds, with a range of perspectives and experiences, helps us to deliver high quality services to residents.