Refuse HGV Driver

East Suffolk Council; Woodbridge; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking an HGV Refuse Driver / Loader to join their refuse team. This permanent role involves driving, loading duties, and operating waste management vehicles, requiring applicants to hold a valid HGV Class 2 licence and CPC. The position offers a competitive salary of £35,796.25 per annum for 41.5 hours weekly, with an emphasis on serving the local community. Interested candidates should contact for more information and apply using the provided application process.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing package

Matched pension scheme

Support networks and wellbeing initiatives

Learning and development opportunities

Exclusive discounts on various products

Car benefit and cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ability to control and manage resources for optimum efficiency and high service standards.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Hold a Digital Tachograph or Smart Card.

Responsibilities

• Undertake driving and loading duties across waste management roles.
• Conduct and operate vehicles in accordance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Driving and loading duties

Effective communication

Resource management

Working independently and as part of a team

Education

Full UK Drivers Licence

HGV Class 2 (Category C licence)

Valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Professional Diploma Qualification in a relevant service discipline

NVQ Level 2/3 in relevant services

Job description

• East Suffolk Services Limited


• Address: Ufford Depot, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 6ET


• Salary: £35,796.25 per annum


• Hours: 41.5 hours per week, across 4 days 6am - 5pm


• Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible

Be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference

At East Suffolk Services, we proudly deliver a wide range of essential local services that support the lives of over a quarter of a million residents and thousands of businesses across our district.

We're a new, growing organisation, full of energy, ambition, and purpose. As part of our team, you'll play an important role in helping us shape high-quality, efficient services that people rely on every single day.

This is more than just a job. This is a fantastic opportunity to support, and give back to, your local community.

We currently have an opportunity to join our Refuse team as an HGV Refuse Driver / Loader.

Your role

You will undertake driving and loading duties across waste management roles and functions, in accordance with the service needs. Additionally, you will be conducting and operating vehicles in accordance with the relevant legislation.

You will need to:

• Demonstrate the ability to control and manage all resources to secure optimum efficiency and high standards of service delivery


• Be able to effectively communicate with clients, customers, agency organisations and departments, staff workforce and colleagues


• Be able to work to deadlines


• Work independently using your own initiative as well as part of a team


• Hold a Digital Tachograph or Smart Card


• Hold a Full UK Drivers Licence


• Hold an HGV Class 2 (Category C licence)


• Have a Valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)


• Hold a professional Diploma Qualification in an appropriate service discipline


• Hold a NVQ Level 2/3 in the relevant services.

Do you have the skills, experience, or potential to succeed in this role? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

Thinking of joining us? Here's why you should

At East Suffolk Services, we truly value our employees. We understand that the backbone of any company's success will always be its people and that our continued success depends on recognising talented individuals, supporting their development, and retaining them within our organisation. That's why we are committed to making East Suffolk Services a great place to work.

We value our staff

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive package of benefits designed to support your health, development, and lifestyle. These include:

• A top-tier health and wellbeing package through Canada Life, one of the UK's leading providers, including online access to UK-based GPs and dentists, plus life insurance.


• A competitive, matched pension scheme through Royal London.


• Access to a wide range of support networks and wellbeing initiatives, including mental health resources and specialist counselling.


• Learning and development opportunities tailored to your role and personal goals.


• Exclusive discounts on the latest tech (smartphones, TVs, laptops), holidays and travel, fashion, health and beauty, and more.


• A car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme to support your commute in a way that suits you.

For more information

For an informal discussion regarding this post, please email [e-mail]

Closing date: 11.30pm, 21 December 2025.

Interview date: Week commencing 5 January 2026.

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (Word).

Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement template (Word). Please use the application template provided to show how you meet each of the criteria listed in the Person Specification. Unfortunately, we're unable to accept applications submitted in other formats.

Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site.