HGV Class 2 Driver

Huntingdonshire District Council; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full PPE and training

Flexitime

Job summary

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is seeking reliable HGV drivers to join their frontline waste and recycling team at Eastfield House, Huntingdon. Hours are Monday to Friday, 6am–2pm, with full PPE and training provided.

The role involves driving collection vehicles, leading a crew, and engaging with residents in a courteous manner. Applicants must hold an HGV Class C Licence, CPC qualification, and a valid Tacho Digicard.

Qualifications

• HGV Class C Licence required.
• CPC Qualification required.
• Valid Tacho Digicard required.
• Strong work ethic, good communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate collection vehicles; lead daily rounds and log issues using in-cab tech.
• Load bins, work outdoors in all weather, and engage with the public professionally.

Skills

HGV Class C Licence

CPC Qualification

Tacho Digicard

Safety mindset

Communication skills

Job description

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.

Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.

At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.

As local government continues to evolve, Huntingdonshire District Council is preparing for an exciting period of change through Local Government Reorganisation. While organisational structures may change in the coming years, our commitment to delivering excellent services for our communities remains unchanged.

Joining HDC now gives you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact today whilst helping to shape the future of local government across our area. We are looking for people who are motivated by public service, embrace innovation, and want to play a part in building the organisation of tomorrow.

Job details

• Location: Eastfield House, Huntingdon
• Hours: Monday - Friday from 6am – 2pm

We’re on the lookout for a reliable and motivated HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our frontline team at Huntingdonshire District Council. This is a key role in delivering vital services to our communities—and we need someone who can lead from the front.

What you must have (essential – applications without this will not be considered)

• HGV Class C Licence
• CPC Qualification
• Valid Tacho Digicard
• A strong work ethic, good communication skills, and a safety-first mindset.

What you’ll do

You’ll drive and operate our collection vehicles, lead your crew on daily rounds, carry out vehicle checks, and ensure safe, efficient waste and recycling collections. You’ll also use in-cab tech to log issues and complete your round. When not driving, you’ll support the team by loading bins, working outdoors in all weather, and engaging with the public in a polite and professional manner.

Why join us?

At HDC, we’re proud of our district and our people. We offer:

• A supportive, team-focused environment
• Full PPE and training
• A role that makes a real difference in your community
• A culture built on our icare values: Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising.

Working for the council

As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.

An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.

The closing date is 9am 21 October 2026.

However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!

We recognise that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. While we welcome the use of technology to help present your experience and achievements, we ask that the content of your application remains an accurate reflection of your own skills, knowledge and experience. In particular, we encourage candidates to demonstrate how they meet the criteria for the role by providing specific examples from their own experience. This helps us to better assess your suitability for the position.

Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.