HGV Driver

6 Month Contract with A Local Authority

To safely and efficiently operate refuse collection and associated vehicles (subject to licence entitlements) in the delivery of waste, recycling, and cleansing services, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, council policies, and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and operate refuse collection and other waste\-related vehicles as directed by management.
  




• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks before, during, and after each shift in accordance with drivers’ log book requirements.
  




• Ensure all vehicles are maintained in a roadworthy condition and report defects or accidents immediately.
  




• Complete drivers’ log books accurately and honestly.
  




• Load, transport, and dispose of waste, recycling, and other materials safely and efficiently.
  




• Sort and recycle materials in line with council recycling policies and procedures.
  




• Support operational services by undertaking cleaning and related duties when required.
  




• Maintain the cleanliness of vehicles internally and externally at least every two weeks or as directed.
  




• Attend training sessions and operate new equipment or follow new procedures once trained.
  




• Maintain responsibility for the security and safe use of all vehicles under the employee’s control.
  




• Work flexibly, including outside normal working hours, to meet service demands.
  




• Carry out all duties in compliance with:
  

  
  
  
  

  • The Health and Safety at Work Act
    

  
  

  • Council policies, including Equality and Diversity
    

  
  

Requirements

• Full, clean driving licence appropriate to the vehicles operated (including HGV where required).
  




• Minimum of two years’ experience working as a driver in waste management, cleaning, grounds maintenance, or a related operational environment.
  




• Ability to complete vehicle safety checks and driver log books accurately.
  




• Ability to prioritise workload to ensure continuity of service delivery.
  




• Willingness and ability to adapt to operational changes and new working practices.
  




• Understanding of and commitment to the Council’s Equality and Diversity policies.
  

• Ability to work without close or frequent supervision.
  




• Experience driving a range of waste or municipal service vehicles.
  

• Working Hours per Week
  


• Bi\-Weekly Payments