Impactful HGV Class 2 Driver – Waste Collection

Bradford Corporation; Street; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Paid annual leave & bank holidays

Overtime opportunities

Stable and secure employment

Job summary

Bradford Council is seeking HGV drivers to join the Waste Services team in Bradford district. This permanent role involves operating food waste collection vehicles and supporting other waste services, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork and community service.

You will drive and supervise as needed, complete paperwork, use in-cab tech, and ensure routes are conducted efficiently in all weather conditions. Training and pension benefits are provided in a stable Local Authority environment.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence and Driver CPC.
• Physically fit for outdoor work all year.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drive a specialist food waste collection vehicle and other HGV collection vehicles as required.
• Collect food waste and support other waste collection services across the district.
• Work with your team to complete daily routes safely and efficiently.
• Help supervise crew members and ensure safe working practices are followed.
• Operate in-cab technology and collection management systems.
• Record contaminated containers according to service procedures.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Complete vehicle records, defect reports and related paperwork.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe operation of vehicles and equipment.
• Deliver a courteous, helpful service to residents and local businesses.

Skills

HGV driving

Vehicle inspection

Operational paperwork

Teamwork

Tools

In-cab technology

Collection management systems

Job description

Bradford Council is seeking HGV drivers to join the Waste Services team in Bradford district. This permanent role involves operating food waste collection vehicles and supporting other waste services, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork and community service.

You will drive and supervise as needed, complete paperwork, use in-cab tech, and ensure routes are conducted efficiently in all weather conditions. Training and pension benefits are provided in a stable Local Authority environment.