Refuse HGV Driver

London Borough of Newham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,520 - 36,585; Full time

Job summary

Newham Council is recruiting for a Waste Collections HGV Driver based at Newham Depot, Folkestone Road. The role involves operating a range of vehicles and supporting Council targets with safety as a priority.

Permanent contract, 36 hours per week, with shifts 06:00–22:00, and ADR certificate required for certain waste operations where applicable.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence (Level 1).
• C1 Licence (Level 2).
• HGV 2 – Level 3.
• Full driving licence appropriate to operate up to 7.5-tonne caged vehicles.
• ADR Certificate for Skip or Clinical Waste Drivers.

Responsibilities

• Drive the full range of Council vehicles including HGVs.
• Staff supervision responsibilities.

Skills

Physical fitness

Team supervision

Education

Full driving licence (Level 1)

C1 Licence (Level 2)

HGV 2 – Level 3

Full driving licence up to 7.5-tonne (caged vehicles)

ADR Certificate (Skip/Clinical Waste)

Job description

About The Job

Newham Council is currently recruiting for Waste HGV Driver. The service area is seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated staff to safely deliver a range of services across the borough.

Job Description

Waste Collections HGV Driver

Grade: Scale 6 £35,520-£36,585

Hours: 36 per week

Location: Newham Depot, Folkestone Road

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you looking for a demanding role to contribute to achieving a cleaner borough and assist the Council in its delivery to its National targets?

About You

The post will be physically demanding on a day-to-day basis and you will operate a range of vehicles, bin lift equipment.

Our services are in operation from 06:00 – 22:00 Monday to Saturday. We have opportunities to work across both the 06:00 to 14:00 and 14:00 to 22:00 shift patterns.

If you can meet these expectations, are looking for a new challenge and have the ambition to succeed, then we want to hear from you.

To drive the full range of Council vehicles including HGVs and to have staff supervision responsibilities.

Qualifications

Full driving licence (Level 1). C1 Licence Application Form/License (Level 2). HGV 2 – Level 3. Full driving licence appropriate to operate up to 7.5‑tonne caged vehicles. Skip or Clinical Waste Drivers will need an ADR Certificate.

Closing date 31/10/26

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti‑racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation.

The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.