LGV Driver & Loader - Team Leader (Waste)

New Forest District Council; Pennington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 23-24 days

Local Government Pension scheme

On-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on high street

Cycle to Work scheme

Disability Confident Employer

Job summary

New Forest District Council is seeking an LGV Driver/Loader/Team Leader to join the waste team in Lymington. You will drive, assist with loading, and support colleagues across depots in Lymington, Hardley and Ringwood, handling moderate physical tasks and using PPE as required.

Full training will be provided in manual handling, reversing, health and safety, and related duties. This permanent, full-time role offers strong benefits and progression opportunities within the council.

Qualifications

• Class C driving license (LGV) required.
• LGV driving experience essential.
• Driver CPC qualification required.
• Experience in supervising staff and leading a team is essential.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate LGV vehicles to support waste operations.
• Assist with loading/unloading and provide support to colleagues.
• Work at depots in Lymington, Hardley and Ringwood as required.
• Supervise staff and ensure accurate paperwork and compliance.

Job description

New Forest District Council is seeking an LGV Driver/Loader/Team Leader to join the waste team in Lymington. You will drive, assist with loading, and support colleagues across depots in Lymington, Hardley and Ringwood, handling moderate physical tasks and using PPE as required.

Full training will be provided in manual handling, reversing, health and safety, and related duties. This permanent, full-time role offers strong benefits and progression opportunities within the council.