Lead Refuse & Recycling Driver (HGV/LGV)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Ffairfach; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Refuse/Recycling Driver for a 3-month contract with a local authority in Carmarthenshire. You will operate refuse and recycling collection vehicles, supervise crews, and ensure health and safety compliance while delivering a reliable waste collection service to residents and businesses.

The role requires an LGV/C licence, tachograph knowledge, strong route planning skills, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Welsh language skills are desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum Category C LGV Licence.
• Tachograph knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
• Ability to read maps and follow collection routes.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive refuse and recycling collection vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Supervise loaders and crew.
• Ensure compliance with road traffic and safety requirements.
• Support loading and collection of materials when required.
• Manage route navigation and use in-cab tech.
• Ensure crew safety and safe transportation of materials.
• Oversee round activities and resolve operational issues.
• Follow disposal site procedures when unloading materials.
• Promote recycling initiatives and advise residents.
• Support other crews to meet service targets.
• Complete timesheets and incident reports accurately.

Skills

LGV Licence

Tachograph knowledge

Health & Safety

Supervisory leadership

In-cab technology

Education

Category C LGV Licence

Tachograph knowledge

Health & Safety knowledge

Map reading / route planning

Tools

Tachograph devices

In-cab navigation systems

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Refuse/Recycling Driver for a 3-month contract with a local authority in Carmarthenshire. You will operate refuse and recycling collection vehicles, supervise crews, and ensure health and safety compliance while delivering a reliable waste collection service to residents and businesses.

The role requires an LGV/C licence, tachograph knowledge, strong route planning skills, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Welsh language skills are desirable.