Refuse Collection Driver/Crew Leader (HGV)
- Employer
- Rushcliffe Borough Council
- Location
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
- Salary
- £30,717 per annum
- Closing date
- 24 Nov 2024
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- Sector
- Environmental Health, Recycling, Waste Management, Environment
- Job role
- Operative
- Contract Type
- Full time
We are looking for an experienced Class 2 driver to join the Council’s award winning recycling2go team. As a leader in the waste management sector our reliance on high quality staff is essential. As well as having responsibility for the vehicle during the course of the work you will also be the Crew Leader too ensuring performance is of the highest standard and ensuring the work is carried out in a safe manner. You will be assisting in the collection of domestic waste and liaising closely with other members of the crew to ensure that the best possible service is given to our residents. A flexible approach to work is essential as in addition to collecting domestic waste and recyclables you will be required to assist with other waste collection duties too including glass collections, the collection of large bulky items of furniture and the emptying of septic tanks and cesspools.
Our working hours are Monday to Friday 7.00am to 3pm and the previous Saturday before a Bank Holiday Monday.
Applicants must have a full driving licence (LGV CATEGORY 2 PLUS DCPC QUALIFICATION), be able to provide good customer service and able to work effectively as part of a small team or on their own. It is an advantage if applicants have experience of refuse collection, tipping and refuse vehicles as well as being confident and assured in leading the collection team.
Benefits of working for Rushcliffe Borough Council include:
- 26 days holiday
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Reduced Membership fees at our Leisure Centres
- Free Car Parking
- Investment in further training
- Free LGV Medicals – free renewal of tachograph cards – Free eyesight tests
- Free CPC training
- Rushcliffe Rewards – Save money with 10% off many pub chains plus many other offers
If you feel you have the experience and qualities outlined in the above post then you can obtain further details and apply online by clicking on the links below which include an online application (with the option of uploading your CV), job description, person specification and an application pack with contains further details.
You can also request an application form by emailing jobs@rushcliffe.gov.uk or by telephoning Nottingham (0115) 914 8268
Closing Date: 24 November 2024
To apply please click the Apply Now link below.
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