Refuse Driver Chargehand

Derbyshire County Council

Job Description

A motivated LGV C driver is required to join our refuse/recycling collection team.

This role will have a particular emphasis on the Councils curbside refuse and recycling collection services, responsible for:

  • Refuse loaders
  • Vehicle defect reporting
  • Vehicle condition and cleanliness
  • Liaising with Supervisors and office staff
  • Route scheduling
  • Reporting of accidents and near misses

An LGV C driving license and a current driver qualification card are essential.

The successful candidate will be required to work Monday to Friday with a 05:45 start time, operating on a "task and finish" basis. Task is the completion of all collection rounds for that day. Overtime will be paid after 74 hours fortnightly.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact:

Ayden Fessey - Transport Manager 01283 595859.

Derek Thorne - Waste Supervisor 01283 595994

Stuart Welch - Recycling Supervisor 01283 595793

Provisional Interview Date: 8 April 2025

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.

Good luck with your application