Refuse Driver

Civic Recruitment Limited; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in Harrogate is seeking a Refuse Driver to safely operate refuse collection vehicles and support waste and recycling collection across the local area. The role requires LGV/HGV driving, valid CPC and tachograph card, and a commitment to health and safety.

Working hours are 06:00 to 16:45, 40 hours per week, with a strong focus on customer service and reliable service delivery. Experience in waste services and ability to work as part of a team to meet demanding schedules

Qualifications

• Valid HGV/LGV Driving Licence and Driver CPC required.
• Digital Tachograph Card required.
• Experience in waste collection or environmental services preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and deliver high standards of service.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate refuse collection vehicles in line with road traffic laws and council procedures.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report defects promptly.
• Undertake waste and recycling collection duties on designated routes.
• Collaborate with crews to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and vehicle documentation as required.
• Adhere to health and safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Deliver excellent customer service when interacting with residents.

Skills

LGV/HGV driving

Waste collection experience

Health and safety

Team player

Customer service

Education

HGV/LGV Driving Licence

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Job Information

Community & Social

City Harrogate

Province North Yorkshire

Postal Code HG1

Job Description

2 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

As a Refuse Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating refuse collection vehicles and supporting the efficient collection and transportation of waste and recycling across the local area. You will help ensure high standards of environmental services are maintained while providing a reliable service to residents and businesses.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Safely drive and operate refuse collection vehicles in accordance with road traffic legislation and Council procedures.
  
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report defects promptly.
  
• Undertake waste and recycling collection duties across designated routes.
  
• Work closely with refuse collection crews to ensure efficient service delivery.
  
• Ensure all waste is collected and transported safely and responsibly.
  
• Maintain accurate records and complete vehicle documentation as required.
  
• Comply with all health and safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
  
• Deliver excellent customer service when interacting with residents and members of the public.
  
• Support the cleanliness and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
  
• Assist with additional environmental service duties when required.
  

Essential Experience Required

• Previous experience driving large goods vehicles (LGV/HGV).
  
• Experience working within waste collection, environmental services, logistics, transport, or similar environments.
  
• Experience carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting.
  
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
  
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering high standards of service.
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• Valid HGV/LGV Driving Licence (appropriate category).
  
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification.
  
• Digital Tachograph Card.
  
• Good understanding of road traffic legislation and safe driving practices.
  

Additional Information to Note

• Working hours: 40 hours per week.
  
• Working pattern: 06:00 - 16:45.
  
• Valid HGV/LGV Driving Licence