LGV Driver (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) - WDN05918

West Dunbartonshire Council; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional local council in Scotland is looking for a Waste Refuse & Recycling Operative. The role involves collecting refuse and recyclables, driving allocated vehicles, and adhering to health and safety standards. The ideal candidate should have an LGV Driving Licence (Class C) and enjoy teamwork. Benefits include flexible working, a generous pension plan, and up to 35 days annual leave plus public holidays.

Benefits

Flexible working

Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Minimum of 25 days annual leave increasing to 35

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Possession of an LGV Driving Licence (Class C) with DCPC.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take instructions.

Responsibilities

• Collect refuse, recyclables, and white goods for disposal.
• Perform other tasks related to Waste Collection Services.
• Drive and be responsible for allocated vehicles.

Skills

LGV Driving Licence (Class C)

Health and Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Waste Refuse & Recycling Operative

Locations across the region, including West Dunbartonshire.

Our recycling and refuse team works within the Clydebank area. We deliver a wide variety of services and require a Refuse & Recycling Driver at our depots on Richmond Street in Clydebank. Duties will include:

1. Collection of refuse, recyclables, white goods, and special uplifts for disposal
2. Other tasks related to Waste Collection Services functions
3. Driving and being responsible for the allocated vehicles

You will be expected to carry out various duties as instructed by the Waste Team Leader and have a working knowledge of Health and Safety requirements. You will be fully trained and will be required to work as part of a team.

Requirements

The successful candidate should have an LGV Driving Licence (Class C) with a Driver's Certificate of Competence (DCPC).

The Individual

The successful candidate will benefit from the following:

• WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself on providing flexible working to support work-life balance.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with an employer contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits.
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing by one day each year up to 35 days, plus 8 fixed public holidays each year.
• Access to employee wellbeing support, including occupational health and counselling if needed.
• For more information about West Dunbartonshire Council, please visit: About Us.
• More information on the benefits of working within West Dunbartonshire Council can be found here: Benefits of Working with Us.