Lead Waste Collection Driver (Category C) – Team Lead

Test Valley Borough Council; Andover; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Uniform PPE

Pension scheme

Job summary

Test Valley Borough Council in Andover is seeking a Category C Waste Collection Driver to join our environmental services team. You will drive a waste collection vehicle, supervise a small crew, and ensure rounds are completed safely and efficiently.

The role is 37 hours per week with a salary of £29,334–£31,937 per annum. Candidates must hold a Category C (HGV) licence and a Driver CPC; experience supervising a team and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Category C licence is essential.
• Driver CPC qualification required or training provided for the right candidate.
• Experience supervising a team and working with the public.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proactive, reliable and safety-conscious approach.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Category C license

Driver CPC

Team supervision

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Safety-conscious

Job description

Test Valley Borough Council in Andover is seeking a Category C Waste Collection Driver to join our environmental services team. You will drive a waste collection vehicle, supervise a small crew, and ensure rounds are completed safely and efficiently.

The role is 37 hours per week with a salary of £29,334–£31,937 per annum. Candidates must hold a Category C (HGV) licence and a Driver CPC; experience supervising a team and good communication are essential.