Team Leader Driver (LGV) - Temp to Perm Internal Only

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Keynsham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for training and development

Focus on work/life balance

Job summary

Bath & North East Somerset Council is looking for a dedicated individual to supervise staff in the Recycling Department. You will ensure the safe use of vehicles and machinery while directing trainees and agency staff. The Council emphasizes personal and professional development, offers a comprehensive benefits package, and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion when hiring. The role is based in Keynsham and provides an excellent opportunity to contribute positively to the community while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Supervising allocated staff and overseeing the safe use of vehicles and machinery.
• Directing the work of trainees and agency staff.
• Understanding of waste management and recycling processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in the recycling department.
• Drive and oversee the use of recycling vehicles.
• Ensure safe operational practices.

Job description

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.

Our Recycling Department is responsible for the removal of household recycling and waste, industrial and commercial waste, organic waste, and dry recyclable waste from a variety of locations (for example houses, shops and schools) within the Bath & North East Somerset Council area.

Our recycling department is made up of several operational roles and we are keen to encourage training and development.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for supervising allocated staff and for driving and overseeing the safe use of vehicles, plant and machinery, including recycling vehicles of different sizes. You will also direct the work of trainees, agency staff and other employees assigned to you.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

We know that whatever your situation, your work is a lot more than just a job description and a salary. And of course, your life is a lot more than your work! As an employer, we aim to create an inclusive working environment where everyone can achieve a healthy work/life balance. We are serious about our responsibility for your personal and professional development and try to ensure you are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and experience to succeed in your current role and to progress in your career. Our benefits package is designed to boost and maintain the health, well‑being, and general quality of life of all our staff.

Keynsham is a perfect base if you don’t want to drive into a city centre and entering a role with the Council is your first step to a real career.

Contact

Interested in this post? For more details after reading the job description or to chat through the role and its requirements, please contact Glenn Lodder on 01225 396564 or email [e-mail].

About Bath And North East Somerset Council

Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath and North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply. The Council is a Disability Confident Employer. Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Enhanced/Basic DBS Check

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS Check.

Safeguarding Statement

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with or without barred‑list checks.