Refuse Collection Driver/Crew Leader (HGV)

Rushcliffe Homes Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGV medicals

Tachograph card renewals

CPC training

Rushcliffe Rewards

Job summary

Rushcliffe Borough Council is seeking an experienced Class 2 Refuse Collection Driver to join the recycling2go team. You will lead a crew, drive the refuse collection vehicle, and deliver high-quality service to residents across the Borough.

The role offers a stable 37-hour week, permanent contract, and generous local government benefits. Full LGV C licence and Driver CPC are essential, with training and development supported.

Qualifications

• Hold a full LGV Category C (Class 2) licence.
• Hold a valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Be safety-conscious and reliable.
• Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ideally have experience of refuse collection vehicles, tipping operations and supervising or leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate refuse collection vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Lead a collection crew and ensure work is completed to high standards.
• Collect domestic waste and recyclables across the Borough.
• Support various waste services (glass, bulky waste, septic tank/cesspool).
• Provide excellent customer service to residents.
• Promote safe working practices and maintain regulatory compliance.

Skills

LGV Class 2

Driver CPC

Safety-conscious

Team leadership

Reliability

Job description

Salary: £32,748 per annum

37 hours per week | Permanent

Be the Face of Rushcliffe

Are you an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for a rewarding role with excellent benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a real difference every day?

Join Rushcliffe Borough Council's award-winning recycling2go team and become one of the most visible representatives of the Council in our communities. Every day, you'll be delivering essential services that residents rely upon, helping to keep Rushcliffe clean, sustainable, and one of the best places to live in the country.

As a Refuse Collection Driver/Crew Leader, you'll not only lead your crew and operate your vehicle safely and efficiently, but you'll also act as an ambassador for the Council, providing excellent customer service and ensuring our high standards are maintained across the Borough.

What You'll Be Doing

Driving and operating refuse collection vehicles safely and efficiently.

Leading a collection crew and ensuring work is completed to high standards.

Collecting domestic waste and recyclables across the Borough.

Supporting a variety of waste management services, including:

Glass collections

Bulky household waste collections

Septic tank and cesspool emptying

Providing excellent customer service to residents.

Promoting safe working practices and maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations.

Why Join Rushcliffe Borough Council?

Enjoy a Better Work-Life Balance

Our standard working pattern is: Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 3.00pm plus four Saturdays per year prior to Bank Holiday weekends.

No regular evenings or Sunday working, helping you maintain a healthy balance between work and home life.

Excellent Local Government Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing with continuous service to a maximum of 35 days

Local Government Pension Scheme

Reduced membership fees at our leisure centres

Free car parking

Investment in training and career development

Free LGV medicals

Free tachograph card renewals

Free CPC training

Rushcliffe Rewards employee benefits scheme, including discounts at major retailers, restaurants and pub chains

Work That Matters

Every collection you make helps protect the local environment and supports over 120,000 residents across Rushcliffe. You'll be part of a trusted frontline team delivering vital public services and helping the Council achieve its environmental ambitions.

What We're Looking For

You will:

Hold a full LGV Category C (Class 2) licence

Hold a valid Driver CPC qualification

Be safety-conscious and reliable

Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Ideally have experience of refuse collection vehicles, tipping operations and supervising or leading teams

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Jamie Fowler on 0115 914 8407
Tina Fox on 0115 914 8394

This is a rolling recruitment campaign, and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Suitable candidates may be contacted and considered for current and future vacancies as they arise.