LGV Driver & Loader - Clean, Safe Community Impact

Teignbridge District Council; Highweek; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early starts

Overtime opportunities

LGPS pension

Annual leave & wellbeing

Discount gym membership

Career development

Job summary

Teignbridge District Council is seeking an LGV Driver/Loader to join the recycling and refuse team. This permanent role requires a full Class C driving licence and the ability to perform heavy lifting and long-distance walking daily.

You will typically work 37 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime and a strong focus on safety and teamwork. The post offers Local Government Pension Scheme benefits and good leave provision.

Qualifications

• Team player able to work as part of a crew delivering waste/services.
• Demonstrates a safety-first approach to daily tasks.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing duties.
• Good physical fitness for heavy lifting and long walking.
• Willingness to occasionally work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Drive LGV with care and within regulations.
• Load waste and assist in loading as required.
• Walk long distances and lift heavy items daily.
• Work as part of the team to support operations.
• Step out of driver seat to help the loader role when needed.
• Maintain a positive attitude and safety-first mindset.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-first

Flexibility

Physical fitness

Weekend availability

Education

Class C Driving licence

Driver CPC (desirable)

Job description

Teignbridge District Council is seeking an LGV Driver/Loader to join the recycling and refuse team. This permanent role requires a full Class C driving licence and the ability to perform heavy lifting and long-distance walking daily.

You will typically work 37 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime and a strong focus on safety and teamwork. The post offers Local Government Pension Scheme benefits and good leave provision.