Lead Waste & Cleansing HGV Driver (Public Service)

Nottingham City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Training and development

Hybrid working

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Nottingham City Council is seeking a Waste & Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver to join our frontline team in Nottingham. You will drive up to HGV vehicles, lead a small crew, and deliver refuse, recycling, street cleansing and winter gritting services to keep the city clean and safe.

You'll work flexibly across the city and surrounding areas, with a focus on safety and teamwork. The role offers permanent employment, a generous LGPS pension, and opportunities for training and career development.

Qualifications

• Category C (HGV Class II) driving licence is required.
• Valid Driver CPC is required.
• Experience with refuse collection vehicles, gritters, or sweepers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive and take responsibility for Waste & Cleansing vehicles (up to HGV).
• Lead and mentor a crew of up to 4 operatives.
• Deliver refuse, recycling, street cleansing and winter gritting services.
• Ensure safety for all crew and the public.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance.
• Use in-cab systems to keep services efficient.
• Work across Nottingham city and surrounding areas as needed.

Skills

HGV driving

Leadership

Vehicle checks

Education

Category C (HGV Class II) licence

Driver CPC

Tools

In-cab systems

Job description

Nottingham City Council is seeking a Waste & Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver to join our frontline team in Nottingham. You will drive up to HGV vehicles, lead a small crew, and deliver refuse, recycling, street cleansing and winter gritting services to keep the city clean and safe.

You'll work flexibly across the city and surrounding areas, with a focus on safety and teamwork. The role offers permanent employment, a generous LGPS pension, and opportunities for training and career development.