Refuse Driver, Harrogate

Do you want a rewarding role that allows you to work outside in some of the most scenic places in the country? Do you want a role with the opportunity to develop a career pathway? Are you looking for working hours that allow you time off to do your own thing in the afternoon?

We have vacancies in Harrogate for HGV Refuse Drivers.

The role

Based at our Harrogate depot, the rounds cover 505 square miles of countryside, rural villages and the relatively larger towns such as Harrogate, Knaresborough and Ripon.

You will be provided with routes on a weekly basis, where you will need to safely navigate your vehicle and crew through, ensuring that residents obtain the excellent and friendly service they expect. Your role as our Refuse Driver is a hugely important one as you will be on the front-line of a key service 

The role is one that can naturally lead onto further supervisor or operational management roles, or further development opportunities to move into another of our vast services. You will be working in a supportive environment with regular supervision and many staff benefits.

Shifts are a 06:45 am start with the occasional weekend working for which you receive a £30 weekend allowance.

The role

You must have a Category C driving entitlement / HGV Licence, some knowledge and experience of operations a large goods vehicle and a focus and knowledge of safe working practices and general Health and Safety principles.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Operating o-licence vehicles in and around the county

• Supervising small crews in your dedicated area of the county

• Responsible for the safe operation of Large Goods Vehicles [LGV] up to 32t. Ensuring the vehicle is clean and in good working order

• Collecting residual waste, garden waste, food waste or recyclable materials from domestic properties.

To take ownership over issues and be responsible for accurate reporting accidents, acting as the appointed person in relation to first aid

Typical working days and hours currently vary between different areas of the new council, but you need to be prepared to start early. Some weekend and bank holiday working may be required.

Working for us

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially make life a bit easier. From career average employer contribution Local Government pension scheme, generous leave entitlements starting at 28 days increasing to 34 days after 5 years plus bank holidays, green car and cycle schemes, travel loans, shopping and gym discounts to name but a few you can find more information on the range of benefits we offer within our total rewards brochure.

Contact and apply

For an informal discussion please contact Darren Burkinshaw on 07525988114

Job Description.docx

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