Waste Collection Driver Loader
About the role
We are seeking a committed and safety-conscious Waste Collections Driver to join our Waste and Recycling Service.
Are you an experienced and professional driver looking for a role that makes a visible difference to local communities?
As a key member of the collection team, you will be responsible for the safe operation of waste and recycling vehicles while ensuring the efficient collection and disposal of residual waste and recyclable materials from residential, commercial and industrial premises across the district. You will play an important role in delivering a reliable and customer-focused service, ensuring collections are completed safely, on time, and to the highest standards.
The successful candidate will have excellent driving skills, a strong understanding of health and safety requirements, and a commitment to providing outstanding service to residents and businesses. You will also support crew members, maintain accurate records, and help promote the Council's reputation for professionalism, environmental responsibility, and service excellence.
You will be required to work across multiple depots, Chelveston, Wellingborough, Corby and Kettering
What will you be doing?
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate and control allocated waste and recycling collection vehicles in accordance with road traffic legislation and Council procedures.
- Carry out daily vehicle inspections, report defects, and ensure vehicles are maintained in a clean and roadworthy condition.
- Follow designated collection routes and utilise in-cab technology to deliver efficient collection services.
- Maintain accurate tachograph records and operational documentation.
- Record and report collection issues, contamination incidents, access problems, and other service-related matters.
- Assist with the collection and loading of waste and recycling receptacles when required.
- Ensure all collections are completed safely, efficiently, and to agreed service standards.
- Respond professionally to residents and businesses, providing a high-quality customer experience.
- Adhere to all health and safety procedures, risk assessments, and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Assist in clearing waste spillages and maintaining clean working environments.
- Comply with site rules and traffic management procedures at depots and waste transfer or disposal facilities.
- Support the delivery of collection containers, information leaflets, and promotional materials.
- Complete all required paperwork and electronic reporting accurately and on time.
- Assist with the induction and support of new employees and agency workers.
- Participate in training and development activities to maintain skills and service knowledge.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of the service.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable and motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in delivering high-quality public services, and is committed to keeping our communities clean, safe, and sustainable.
About you
- Experience of working in an outdoor environment and of undertaking a range of manual tasks.
- Two years driving experience.
- Full UK Class C driving licence, tachograph and up to date Driver CPC qualification
- Understanding of Health and Safety systems including manual handling and risk assessments and safe Working Procedures
- Knowledge of Road Traffic Acts & Regulations
- Ability to work outdoors in all weathers.
- Physically fit; (job can require walking up to 12 miles per day). Ability to walk, bend, kneel and stand for long periods of time and perform heavy lifting if needed.
- Positive attitude
Our Benefits
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Why choose us?
We offer a vibrant working environment with:
- a competitive salary
- a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.
- lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council
- generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days
- hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.
We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.
About us
Our Values and Behaviours
Our values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:
Customer-focused
Respectful
Efficient
Supportive
Trustworthy
Our key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.
Disability Confident Employer
We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Our Employment and Disability Service provides bespoke support to individuals facing barriers to employment, helping them work towards their goals to start, stay and succeed in employment. For further information please click here The Employment and Disability Service (EADS) | North Northamptonshire Council
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The council obtained the Gold status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).
Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)
Salary range
- £31,537 - £32,597 per year