Waste Driver

Ashfield District Council; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government pension scheme

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Health & well-being

Job summary

Ashfield District Council is recruiting a Waste Driver to join our team on a 37-hour week across Tuesday to Friday. You will operate a Class 2 HGV, collect domestic and commercial waste, and help keep our streets clean and green.

We're offering a supportive environment, local government pension, eye tests, cycle to work, health & well-being benefits, and discounted leisure facilities. The role is outdoors and requires resilience in all weather.

Qualifications

• Class 2 (Category C) HGV Licence with CPC and Digital Card.
• Experience in waste collection or logistics is preferred.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and outdoor work in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Collect domestic and commercial bins from residents and businesses in Ashfield.
• Work as part of a supportive team and provide excellent customer service.
• Complete AdHoc duties as required.
• Maintain safety and environmental responsibilities on site.

Skills

HGV Licence

Waste collection

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

Job description

Waste Driver 37 Hours Tuesday and Thursday 05.45am - 16.15pm, Wednesday and Friday 05.45am - 15.45pm) Join Our Team - Drive Change in Waste Collection! Be Part of a Service That Makes a Difference! We're looking for dedicated Class 2 HGV Driver to join our waste collection team working a 4-day week (Tue-Friday) If you take pride in your driving skills, care about the environment, and want a stable job with room for growth, this role is for you! What You'll Do:

• Collect domestic/commercial bins from residents and businesses of Ashfield
• Work as part of a friendly, supportive team.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and businesses.
• Completing AdHoc works when needed
• Class 2 (Category C) HGV Licence (CPC & Digital Card required).
• Experience in waste collection, logistics, or similar roles (preferred).
• A strong work ethic and teamwork mindset. Ability to handle heavy lifting and outdoor work in all weathers.
• A commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.
• Knowledge of waste industry desirable
• Contractual hours: 37
• Package: Up to 43 days per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time/condensed working) Local Government pension scheme Personal Development Discounted leisure facilities Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Health & well-being