Multi-Skilled Driver

Bristol Waste Company; West of England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

8 bank holidays

BUPA Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Onsite physiotherapist

Cycle to Work

Training & progression

Discounts

Long service awards

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Job summary

Bristol Waste Company is seeking a dedicated Vehicle Operator to join our Bristol-based team. You will operate a range of vehicles, perform daily checks and help keep our city clean and compliant with health and safety standards.

You'll need a full clean Category C UK driving licence and CPC qualification, plus strong manual handling skills and good communication. The role requires flexible, on-call winter maintenance work and the ability to work across multiple depots.

Qualifications

• Full clean Category C UK driving licence and CPC qualification.
• Strong manual handling and physical fitness.
• Ability to use mobile IT devices to record work and complete documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of vehicles across Bristol including 7.5t box vans, cage vehicles, sweeper and HIAB.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects per policy.
• Collect and remove fly-tipped waste from adopted highways.
• Tipping and loading waste at approved facilities, complying with health and safety rules.
• Maintain PPE and safe lifting practices at all times.
• Be available for on-call winter maintenance and training for winter qualifications.
• Coordinate with line managers and depot staff to cover operational needs.

Skills

Category C driving licence

CPC qualification

Manual handling

Communication skills

Situational awareness

Independent worker

Tools

Mobile IT devices

Job description

£36,502.81 per annum + £118.03 per week winter standby pay

SALARY:£36,502.81 per annum + £118.03 per week winter standby pay

HOURS:39 hours per week, Monday – Thursday 06:00 - 14:30, Friday 06:00 - 13:30

LOCATION:Days Road, Bristol

About Bristol Waste Company

At Bristol Waste Company, what we do matters. We keep Bristol and the surrounding areas clean, safe and moving. Working in partnership with the council, we support the city’s sustainability goals while delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services. Our commercial operations are growing, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to grow with us.

The Role

• Operating a range of vehicles, including 7.5t box vans, cage vehicles, 652 sweepers, HIAB vehicles, and winter maintenance gritting lorries across Bristol.


• Carrying out daily vehicle checks to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate, reporting all defects in line with Bristol Waste Company (BWC) policies and procedures and ensure the condition of the vehicle is cleaned and maintained both inside and out.


• Collect and remove Fly Tipped waste from adopted highways across Bristol.


• Tipping of vehicle at designated and approved refuse facility and loading and unloading wastematerialsinaccordancewithBristolWaste Company’spolicy,procedures,training and legal requirements, complying with all health and safety requirements.


• To ensure all company Health and Safety requirements are adhered to, including to ensure that safe lifting and working practices are observed and appropriate personal protective clothing is always worn.


• Use mobile IT equipment and to complete daily paperwork as appropriate.


• Undertake any training/ instruction required to carry out these duties and or deemed necessary to fulfil the role.


• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the collection vehicle and equipment.


• To remain in contact with the line manager and office staff and be responsive to operational needs.


• To work flexibly to provide cover as operationally required, across the services including Commercial, Street Cleansing, Garden Waste, Refuse and Recycling and across all Bristol Waste locations, including Hartcliffe, Avonmouth and Albert Road Depots and to carry out all other tasks deemed reasonable.


• Must have a full clean Category C UK driving licence and be CPC qualified.


• Strong practical skills in manual handling, lifting, and safe operation of equipment. Proven experience in manual handling and working in physically demanding environments.


• Ability to use mobile IT devices to record work, follow instructions, and complete daily documentation.


• Effective communication skills, enabling clear updates to supervisors and teamwork with colleagues.


• Good situational awareness and safety focus, ensuring safe working practices in public spaces and roadside environments.


• Ability to work independently and manage workload, even in changing operational conditions.


• Working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements, including PPE, manual handling, and safe working procedures.


• Understanding of waste handling and disposal processes, including segregation and legal compliance.


• Familiarity with local geography, particularly Bristol’s streets, depots, and disposal facilities.


• Basic understanding of vehicle cleanliness and equipment care requirements.


• Take part in the on-call rota during winter maintenance season (October – March).


• The ability to gain winter maintenance qualifications.


• We will put you through your winter maintenance qualification, HIAB qualification, large mechanical sweeper training and small mechanical sweeper training.


• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.


• Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme.


• Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Work scheme.


• Learning and development opportunities with clear progression routes.


• Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers.


• Employee recognition awards and long service awards.


• Salary sacrifice car scheme for tax-efficient vehicle leasing.

Everyone Belongs

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and ensure fair and equal consideration for all candidates.

Contact:

Talent Acquisition Team

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