Waste & Cleansing Drivers

JT Recruit Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Waste & Cleaning Drivers for a local authority in Nottingham. Candidates must hold a valid HGV 2 licence and have experience with refuse trucks or gritters. You will lead a small team to help deliver essential waste and recycling services. A passion for cleanliness and public service is crucial. Full training and uniform will be provided.

Benefits

Full training provided

Supportive team environment

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Class 2 HGV Driving Licence.
• Experience driving refuse trucks or gritters is an advantage.
• Ability to manage and lead a small crew effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive specialist vehicles for waste collection and street cleansing.
• Lead a dedicated crew in maintaining city cleanliness.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Valid Class 2 HGV Driving Licence

Experience with refuse trucks, gritters, or sweepers

Strong leadership skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Great communication skills

Job description

Overview

Keep our streets clean. Drive the change. Be proud of Nottingham City.

Ready to take the wheel and lead from the front?

Great, Becky at JT Recruit is waiting to hear from you. She is working with a Local Authority in Nottingham who are looking to appoint skilled Waste & Cleaning Drivers who hold a valid HGV 2 licence to help and deliver vital waste, recycling and cleansing services across Nottingham. From refuse collection to gritting and sweeping, you’ll drive specialist vehicles and lead a small, dedicated crew making a real difference every single day.

What You’ll Need:

• Valid Class 2 HGV Driving Licence
• Experience with refuse trucks, gritters, or sweepers ideal
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• A passion for public service
• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety and road safety in busy environments
• Confidence to lead a small crew, delegate tasks, and manage route performance
• Ability to use in-cab systems and digital devices to record service updates and incidents
• Great communication skills for teamwork and polite interaction with the public
• Flexibility & physical fitness – comfortable working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and in all weather
• A passion for cleanliness, customer service, and representing the Council with pride
• Full training and uniform provided
• Supportive and safety-first team environment
• Be part of a service that keeps the city clean, green, and thriving

Interested? Apply to [e-mail] , who is a recruitment professional based at the Derby office and has been servicing the Public Sector since 2002, she focuses on building strong relationships and is dedicated to providing an excellent service and is highly motivated by the people she works with and the people she places.