Waste & Recycling Refuse Driver - Standby & Winter Ops

Orkney Islands Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council is seeking a Refuse Driver for Orkney Mainland, working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis. The role involves driving allocated vehicles with specialist skills, as part of the Environmental Services Operations team.You will work 8.00am-4.00pm Monday-Thursday and 8.00am-3.30pm Friday, contribute to waste disposal and recycling duties, and may participate in standby rotations and winter maintenance, with appropriate overtime/standby payments.

Qualifications

• Full and current Class C driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Willing to undertake standby duties and winter maintenance as required.

Responsibilities

• Drive allocated vehicles and perform waste collection, disposal and recycling tasks.
• Work alone or in teams to ensure efficient service operation.
• Be available for standby, weekend and evening work with overtime/standby pay.

Skills

Class C driving licence

Standby duties

Job description

Orkney Islands Council is seeking a Refuse Driver for Orkney Mainland, working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis. The role involves driving allocated vehicles with specialist skills, as part of the Environmental Services Operations team.You will work 8.00am-4.00pm Monday-Thursday and 8.00am-3.30pm Friday, contribute to waste disposal and recycling duties, and may participate in standby rotations and winter maintenance, with appropriate overtime/standby payments.