Waste & Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver

Nottingham City Council; United States; Remote; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Generous LGPS pension contribution

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working where possible

Job summary

Nottingham City Council is seeking a Waste & Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver to lead a frontline crew, delivering refuse, recycling, street cleansing and winter gritting services across the city and surrounding areas. You will supervise up to four operatives, perform daily vehicle checks and ensure safety for the team and the public.

The role requires a Category C (HGV Class II) licence and a valid Driver CPC, with a strong emphasis on leadership, reliability and service delivery to keep Nottingham

Qualifications

• Must hold Category C (HGV Class II) driving licence.
• Must hold a valid Driver CPC card.

Responsibilities

• Drive and take responsibility for Waste & Cleansing vehicles (up to HGV).
• Lead and support a crew of up to 4 operatives, mentoring new drivers.
• Deliver refuse, recycling, street cleansing, and winter gritting services.
• Ensure safety for yourself, crew, and the public.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance.

Skills

HGV driving

Team leadership

Vehicle inspection

Job description

Waste & Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver Ready to take the wheel and lead from the front? We're looking for a skilled and motivated Waste & Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver to join our frontline team. In this role, you'll be more than just a driver- you'll be a leader, ensuring essential services run smoothly and keeping Nottingham clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone. About You

• Drive and take responsibility for our Waste & Cleansing vehicles (up to HGV)
• Lead and support a crew of up to 4 operatives, mentoring new drivers and helping the team succeed
• Deliver a wide range of services: refuse, recycling, street cleansing, and winter gritting support
• Always ensure safety - for yourself, your crew, and the public
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, basic maintenance, and keep vehicles roadworthy and presentable
• Use in-cab systems to keep services efficient and responsive
• Work flexibly across the city (and surrounding areas), in all weathers, as part of a dedicated public service team
• Hold a Category C (HGV Class II) driving licence
• Have a valid Driver CPC card
• Experience/knowledge of the safe operation and driving vehicles such as refuse collection vehicles, gritters and mainline sweepers
• Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.
• In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.
• You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council ., Competitive pay and benefits
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - one of the most generous in the UK
• Training and ongoing development, including mentoring opportunities
• A strong, supportive team culture with clear values
• A role with real purpose - keeping Nottingham clean, safe, and sustainable
• Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. As one of the largest employers in Nottingham we offer a wide range of roles across a range of services. In return for your skill, drive and commitment to serving the people of Nottingham, we can help you to develop an exciting and rewarding career, with access to the following benefits.
• 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' service) + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually
• Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9%
• Smart Working - to support your work life balance
• Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres, cinema, shopping and much more!
• Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair, inclusive and Disability Confident Employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities.
• We recruit for diversity and value difference. If you are a disabled candidate and wish to be considered under our Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please indicate this within your application. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment journey.
• We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving personnel, veterans, reservists and military families. We particularly want to hear from you if you are from Minority Ethnic communities, identify within the LGBTQ+ community, or is disabled. These groups are currently underrepresented in our workforce, and we are committed to better reflecting the communities we serve.
• We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and encourage candidates to discuss this with us during the recruitment process.