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Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk</a> or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.



Our waste and recycling service plays a crucial role in keeping the district clean and safe. We are seeking reliable, professional HGV Driver/Loaders to join our Direct Services team.
In this role, you’ll take responsibility for your own round, operating a specialist refuse collection vehicle and working closely with a small crew to deliver a high-quality service our residents depend on every day.
Everything you need to know:
You will be responsible for the safe operation of a refuse collection vehicle (rigid up to 26 tonnes with rear steer) and the collection of household waste and recycling across a wide range of locations. As well as driving, you’ll carry out daily vehicle checks, coordinate collection loaders, record service information using digital in-cab systems, and interact professionally with members of the public.
You’ll be trusted to make on-the-spot decisions to maintain safety, service quality and efficiency in a dynamic, public-facing environment.
The role includes working Good Friday and eight Saturdays per year following bank holidays, to support service recovery.
What you will be doing:
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<li>Safely driving and operating a specialist refuse collection HGV across a wide range of environments, including residential streets, town centres and rural roads.</li>
<li>Carrying out daily and ad-hoc vehicle safety checks and reporting defects promptly.</li>
<li>Completing all scheduled household waste and recycling collections to a high standard of service quality and presentation.</li>
<li>Engaging professionally with residents, responding to queries and managing challenging situations calmly and respectfully.</li>
<li>Ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures, safe systems of work, road traffic requirements, environmental standards and Council policies.</li>
<li>Completing statutory and operational records, including defect reports, tachograph records and route documentation.</li>
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What you will bring to the role:
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<li>LGV (Class C) driving licence</li>
<li>Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card</li>
<li>A safe and responsible driving record</li>
<li>Willingness to work in an operational waste and recycling environment, handling household waste safely and professionally</li>
<li>Able to undertake physically demanding outdoor work, including manual handling, repeated access in and out of vehicles, and working in all weather conditions.</li>
<li>A dependable and professional attitude</li>
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Experience in waste collection or similar operational roles is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided
Why work with us?
We’re proud to be a high-performing local authority delivering essential services that residents rely on every day. You’ll be joining a professional and supportive team where safety, teamwork and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
We operate a well-established team task-and-finish working pattern, with standard hours of 07:00 to 15:00, Monday to Friday. This provides consistent working hours and, where work is completed safely and to the required standard, the opportunity to finish earlier while receiving normal pay. You’ll be doing meaningful, practical work that makes a real difference to the community every single day. No two rounds are the same, and the role offers variety, responsibility and job satisfaction.
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation, reflecting our ongoing commitment to supporting and developing our workforce.
What’s in it for you?
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<li>37 hour working week</li>
<li>Occasional overtime, paid at enhanced rates in line with national terms.</li>
<li>28 days annual leave per year (excluding bank holidays)</li>
<li>Additional &nbsp;leave after 5 years’ of service</li>
<li>Paid training, including Driver CPC funded by the Council</li>
<li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – a defined benefit pension, with the employer contributions significantly higher than most private-sector schemes</li>
<li>Free on-site parking at place of work</li>
<li>Access to employee benefits and discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,</li>
<li>Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support</li>
<li>Opportunities to join in with social activities throughout the year</li>
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Want to find out more?
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Jim Moultrie, Transport &amp; Depot Operations Manager, 01732 227428

HGV Driver/Loader

We’re looking for a motivated Estates Surveyor to help manage and optimise the Council’s diverse property portfolio—supporting day‑to‑day operations and longer‑term strategy so assets deliver strong financial and operational performance in line with TWBC’s Corporate Objectives and Asset Management Plan. You’ll contribute to major projects, lease events, and assist on short, medium and long‑term asset strategy.<h4>What you’ll be doing</h4><ul><li>Providing professional estates advice to elected members, senior management and the public.</li><li>Instructing and monitoring internal/external solicitors, surveyors and advisors.</li><li>Managing part of the portfolio, dealing with tenants ensuring rents are paid &amp; lease obligations are carried out. </li><li>Maintaining the Civica Property database &amp; asset register, GIS records.</li><li>Negotiating lease renewals, rent reviews, assignments, licences for alterations, wayleaves and easements aligned to the Property Asset Management Plan.</li><li>Acting as client lead on property projects; contributing to corporate project teams/steering groups. </li><li>Get involved in Department &amp; Council project teams and steering groups.</li><li>Supporting the formulation/coordination of the Council’s Property Asset Management Plan and the annual asset valuation programme with Finance. </li><li>Demonstrating a commitment to equality, diversity and health &amp; safety and engaging in ongoing CPD. </li></ul>About youEssential<ul><li>A minimum of two years experience in a Commercial Property environment</li><li>Experience of working in a busy environment and engaging with the general public. </li><li>Commercial and/or residential property experience.</li><li>Completed or nearing completion of APC.</li><li>Relevant degree or substantial work experience in a property‑focused environment; GCSE English &amp; Maths (Grade C/4 or above). </li><li>Strong IT skills (MS Office); knowledge of and interest in the property market.</li><li>Full UK driving licence; excellent attention to detail and time management; able to work unsupervised; keen to develop professionally.</li><li>Knowledge of Landlord &amp; Tenant legislation; experience using and maintaining property management systems. </li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience of land sales &amp; property development</li></ul>What we offer:<ul><li>Financial: An attractive basic salary within a clear pay structure </li><li>Holiday Entitlement: 24 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service) plus three additional days in December and bank holidays.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme: The Council has partnered with Health Assured to provide staff with access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) to assist in balancing everyday life with the requirement of work and home.</li><li>Free staff parking</li><li>Pensions: Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme – Employer contribution of 19.7%.</li><li>Hybrid: The Council operates a hybrid working model with minimum 2 days working in the office.</li><li>Personal Development: Invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development.</li><li>Take a look <a href="https://tunbridgewells.gov.uk/council/jobs/whats-it-like#:~:text=a%2520great%2520pension%2520scheme%2520(including,car%2520loans" target="_blank">here</a> at all the additional benefits that we offer.</li></ul>Equal OpportunitiesTunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.SafeguardingThe Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Estates Surveyor

As Planned Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for leading the delivery of our housing planned maintenance programme. In this pivotal role, you will be shaping the future of our housing projects, ensuring that planned works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.Essentially you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of planned maintenance projects, from procurement and design through to completion. This is a strategic role where you will continually seek innovative ways to improve service delivery and asset management.Your key responsibility will be to manage the provision of planned maintenance, improvements, and adaptations to the Council’s housing stock, along with:Preparing designs, specifications, drawings, and tender documentation for planned works. Overseeing contractors and monitoring their performance, ensuring compliance with Council policies, building regulations, CDM requirements, and health and safety legislation. Providing proactive quality control, tenant liaison, and customer care on site. Managing budgets, validating financial claims, and contributing to financial forecasting. Maintaining accurate property records and digital systems to support reporting and audit.It is essential that you have HNC/HND in Building Studies or equivalent, and/or significant relevant experience, along with having: Detailed knowledge of Health &amp; Safety legislation, particularly CDM Regulations. Proven management experience within a housing setting. Significant experience in planned maintenance, procurement, and contract management. Experience managing large budgets and multiple projects. Strong leadership, technical, and communication skills. Full UK driving licence.In addition, it would be advantageous if you are qualified or actively pursuing CIOB or MRICS membership and have local government or housing association environment experience.This is a critical role in which your leadership will directly improve the quality of housing services for our residents. You will be part of a forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality housing maintenance and ensuring tenants live in safe, well-maintained homes.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/js1ad3se/7045a-planned-maintenance-manager-nov-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>For an informal discussion please contact Pual Ingram, Head of Housing Assets, on 01233 330428To apply - Internal applicants – please apply by logging into self service and click on `current vacancies`When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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