Refuse Driver (HGV)

Plymouth City Council; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local government body is seeking a dedicated driver for its Street Scene and Waste department. This role involves operating various vehicles, including a 7.5t caged tail lift for bulk waste collection and 26t compaction trucks for commercial services. The position requires a full HGV/LGV driving license and a commitment to excellent customer service. With a flexible work arrangement and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, this role is ideal for those looking to make a positive impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Full driving license including HGV/LGV and CPC.
• High level of customer service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Driving various vehicles for waste collection.
• Servicing commercial waste customers with trade compaction trucks.

Skills

HGV/LGV driving licence

Customer service

Job description

A vacancy has become available for a driver within our Street Scene and Waste department. It is essential that you have a full driving license including HGV/LGV driving licence and CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence).

Responsibilities include driving various vehicles, such as a 7.5t caged tail lift vehicle for collecting large bulky waste items from households and businesses, and 26t trade compaction trucks for servicing our commercial waste customers.

You will be required to work 37 hours per week: Monday to Thursday, 8 hours each day, and 5 hours on Friday. Flexibility to work overtime as needed is also required.

This role provides access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

The wider, generic role profile for Driver lists the qualifications, knowledge, experience, and skills required. As this is a customer-facing role, a high level of customer service is essential.

Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, have been in Plymouth City Council care, or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years, as part of our commitment to promoting equality.

We are a flexible employer and offer a variety of working arrangements tailored to the needs of each role.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Derek Harding, Team Leader, at 01752 307329.