Team Leader LGV Driver (Seasonal)

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Wakefield is offering an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader LGV Driver. This is a full-time seasonal role, primarily working from March to November, where you will lead an operational team and drive LGV/non-LGV vehicles. The position requires excellent communication skills, conflict resolution abilities, and a clean LGV driving license. Benefits include ongoing training, discounted transport options, and access to leisure facilities.

Benefits

Discounted public transport

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to leisure facilities

12 weeks free exercise program

Qualifications

• Must have a current clean LGV Driving Licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• DCPC qualification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Drive various LGV/Non LGV Vehicles.
• Lead a small operational team.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and FTA vehicle compliance.
• Collect waste and recyclable materials from across the district.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Self-motivated

Understanding of Health & Safety procedures

Problem assessment and solution provision

Good numeracy skills

Good literacy skills

Multi-tasking ability

Flexible working approach

Education

Current clean LGV Driving Licence (category C)

Driver Certificate of Professional Competence qualification (DCPC)

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists in the Council’s Street Scene Services for a Team Leader LGV Driver working from our Depot at Newton Bar, Wakefield.

This is a seasonal post within the Waste Recycling Service, running from March to November. The successful applicant will work 39 weeks per year (March to November) and are not required to work December through to February, though the offer of occasional extra work may be made. A pro rata salary payment will be made in 12 equal monthly instalments.

What will be expected from me?

• To be an ambassador for the Council when dealing with all stakeholders, customers and have excellent communication and inter-personel skills.
• To deal with conflict situations.
• To be self-motivated and can motivate others.
• To have a good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• The ability to assess problems and provide practical solutions.
• To have the ability to prioritise conflicting demands.
• To display good numeracy and literacy skills.
• To have the ability to multi-task and display a flexible working approach.

What I might be doing?

• Drive various LGV / Non LGV Vehicles.
• Lead a small operational team.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, and FTA vehicle compliance.
• Collect waste and recyclable materials from across the district.

Essential requirements:

• Current clean LGV Driving Licence (category C). The Licence to show no more than 6 penalty points as per current national driving penalties system.
• Driver Certificate of Professional Competence qualification (DCPC).

What can I expect?

• This is a full-time post of 37 hours per week (Tuesday to Friday - March - November)
• 2.25 hours contractual Overtime per week.
• Support and ongoing training.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard)
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Tommy Archer.

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