Trainee HGV Driver

South Norfolk and Broadland Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Employee discounts

Competitive holiday allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

South Norfolk and Broadland Council is offering a funded training opportunity to become a fully qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle Driver. The role starts with waste collection duties while you work towards the HGV Licence and CPC, followed by full driver training and the ability to supervise a crew.

You must hold a Category B licence and meet DVLA medical and eyesight requirements; provisional HGV licence application and tests are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a full (Category B) driving licence with 2+ years driving experience preferred.
• Apply for provisional HGV licence and pass DVLA HGV Theory and Hazard Perception tests.
• Meet DVLA medical and eyesight requirements during onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Collect and dispose of waste following Council-approved methods.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality services.
• Comply with health and safety standards to ensure safe waste collection.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Salary: £25,948 (inc. real living wage) increasing to Band C £28,415 (pay rise pending) once qualified and whilst driving a HGV.

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Operations Team and be trained (fully funded) to be a fully qualified Heavy Good Vehicle Driver. This opportunity will be subject to a Learning Contract and we will be looking for you to develop the required skills to be an HGV driver within a 2-6-month period (subject to DVLA test availability).

This will involve developing the skills required for a professional driver, attaining your HGV Theory and Hazard Perception tests, practical HGV driving test and Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) card, developing knowledge of how to supervise a crew, working as part of a team and contributing to the delivery of the service to provide excellent customer service. Whilst you wait to undertake the various aspects of driver training you will be part of a team to undertake waste collection activities across all waste streams. This will be in accordance with the methods and safe systems of work laid down by the Council.

The role will involve:

• Collecting and disposing of waste following Council-approved methods and arrangements.
• Working collaboratively as part of a team to deliver high-quality services required by the Councils.
• Complying with health and safety standards to ensure waste collection is completed without impacting the public.

When you pass all the requirements for your HGV Licence and CPC card full training will be conducted to:

• Meet all transport management and depot safety requirements.
• Act as supervisor to the designated crew during rounds.
• Maintain professionalism and positive customer interactions.
• Operate In-Cab technology for feedback and required administration tasks.
• Collect missed and illegally tipped refuse as directed.
• Take full responsibility for your vehicle, including checks and fault reporting.
• Work as a team to meet service standards, targets, and improve continuously.

About You

You must have a full (Category B) driving licence (for 2 years or more) with no more than 3 penalty points on your license, you will need to apply for your provisional HGV licence and pass the DVLA HGV Theory and Hazard Perception tests. You will also need to meet the medical and eyesight requirements mandated by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). This will be conducted as part of the onboarding process and must be passed to secure the role.

You will need to study and undertake training to pass the Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC ) modules 2 and 4 and work to meet the health and safety requirements of the role, including assisting vehicle drivers in the safe manoeuvring of vehicles where appropriate.

When not allocated to a collection crew, you will carry out other duties within the operations service.

You will need to be physically fit with the ability to walk extended distances, as well as undertake repetitive manual lifting. You will be able to follow procedures and accept direction and be able to work in a professional, competent and positive way with customers.

The role will require some flexibility in terms of working early mornings/late afternoons and some weekends where required, particularly following a bank holiday or a period of inclement weather for example.

You will be operating in a safety critical role where your safety is paramount, the Council has a zero-tolerance policy to taking illegal substances. This role will be subject to random Drugs and Alcohol testing.

Closing Date: 31st August

Interview Date: To be arranged post the above date, however, the advert may close earlier than scheduled if the right candidates are identified or there are sufficient applications.

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits.

• free onsite parking
• employee discounts
• a competitive holiday allowance
• wellbeing initiatives
• the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received.

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.