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HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver

Kirklees Council, Huddersfield, Kirklees

HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver

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Kirklees Council, Huddersfield, Kirklees

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 16 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: b3bac4754aae4615a2b84dbc80b12100

Location ref: Huddersfield, Kirklees

Full Job Description

  • Drive LGV and refuse collection vehicles in line with traffic regulations, the Highway Code, health and safety requirements and expected standards of driver behaviour.
  • Collect household refuse as part of a crew and undertake refuse loading or other cleansing duties when required.
  • Work independently and as part of a team to complete scheduled collection routes.
  • Follow work schedules, maps and management information, including arrangements for households requiring assisted collections.
  • Operate lifting equipment safely and follow the correct waste disposal arrangements.
  • Carry out vehicle checks, maintain vehicles appropriately and report defects or concerns.
  • Complete required records and use in-cab technology to capture collection information and report variations or problems.
  • Identify and report waste, driving, street-environment and operational issues so that appropriate action can be taken.
  • Work with Team Leaders to support service delivery, including changes to collection arrangements or staff deployment when needed.
  • Provide instructions to colleagues on work practices where required, in line with performance and health and safety standards.
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach when dealing with residents and members of the public.

    The appropriate licence to drive the vehicles required for the role, including HGV/LGV Class 2 vehicles.
  • The ability to drive safely and comply with relevant driver, traffic and health and safety requirements.
  • The ability to work alone and as part of a refuse collection team.
  • The ability to follow routes, schedules, maps and operational information.
  • A willingness to undertake refuse loading and other cleansing duties when required.
  • A professional and helpful approach when working in local communities.

    We adopt a 'name blind' approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.
    • Organisation Kirklees Directorate Place Service Area Environmental Strategy & Climate Change Hours 40 Number of Jobs 2 Location(s) Vine Street Depot, Huddersfield, HD1 6NT Position type Permanent Grade Grade 6 Salary £27,274 - £29,071 Advert Wording HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver jobs in Huddersfield Are you a qualified HGV Class 2 or LGV driver looking for a permanent, local driving job where you can be home every day? Join Kirklees Council as an HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver and help provide an essential household waste collection service across Huddersfield and the surrounding area. You will drive refuse vehicles, work with a collection crew and help keep local streets clean and safe. Why work for Kirklees Council?
  • Permanent council employment.
  • Salary of £27,274 - £29,071.
  • 40 hours per week.
  • Local routes across Huddersfield and surrounding areas.
  • No regular overnight stays.
  • Training and support provided.
  • A practical role delivering an essential service for local communities., 40 hours per week.
  • Monday to Thursday, with some Friday working.
  • Public holiday working applies, excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
  • The role is based at Vine Street Depot, Huddersfield, HD1 6NT.
  • Training and ongoing support will be provided.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/hgv-class-2-refuse-driver-127600985
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