Waste Collection Round Leader

Thurrock Council; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Thurrock is looking for a Waste Collection Round Leader. In this role, you will lead a small crew in waste management duties, including driving HGV vehicles and performing heavy manual labor. The ideal candidate will have a valid HGV Driving License and a Driver's Qualification Card. Exceptional communication and customer service skills are essential. The position offers a salary ranging from £33,531 to £38,052 with generous benefits including pension schemes and ongoing training.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee assistance programme

Staff discounts and local offers

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and mobile to perform manual labor.
• Experience with rear-steer vehicles is advantageous.
• Willingness to train and use various vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate vehicles for waste collection.
• Load and handle waste responsibly.
• Engage with members of the public in a professional manner.

Skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Customer service skills

Quick learner

Ability to handle heavy manual labor

Education

Valid HGV Driving License Class-C

Valid Driver's Qualification Card (DQC)

Job description

Waste Collection Round Leader

We are seeking a committed individual to join us as a Waste Collection Round Leader. This role is a varied role to work as a team player, be a quick learner, able to carry out a range of duties (including loading and handling waste) and working with minimum supervision.

Salary: £33,531 - £38,052 per annum
Grade: D
Permanent Contract
37 Hours per Week

We are looking for a reliable, qualified and self-motivated HGV Driver to join the Waste & Recycling Team as a Round Leader. As a Round Leader of a small crew, you will have good communication and customer service skills to enable you to engage with colleagues and members of the public in a polite and professional manner. You must be a team player, quick learner and able to carry out a range of duties including: Use of the vehicles in cab devices, moving, handling and loading of refuse, recycling, garden and food waste. You will be expected to to work with minimum supervision.

The work involves driving, operating machinery and heavy manual labour therefore you must be physically fit and mobile. Experience of rear-steer vehicles would be advantageous. A willingness to train and use a wide variety of vehicles and equipment is essential.

Essential Qualifications:
• Hold a valid HGV Driving License Class-C
• Hold a valid Driver's Qualification Card (DQC) and the skills required to manoeuvre large vehicles in restricted and difficult areas.

DBS: A DBS is not required for this post.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

Important Dates

• Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 18th December 2025
• Closing Date (Internal & External): 4th January 2026
• Interview Date: To be confirmed

Additional Information

If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:
Samantha Murphy, Waste Operations Manager

Further Information

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
Download Job Profile (PDF Document)

If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.