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Waste and Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver

Nottingham City Council
Recycling & Waste Management
Recycling & Waste Management
£29,542 - £32,046/Year
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Description

Location
Eastcroft Depot, London Road, Nottingham, NG2 3AH

Hours
Permanent Monday to Friday, 14:00 to 22:00 shift pattern

Salary
Starting salary is £29,542 (Level one) rising to £32,046 (Level four) per annum (pro rata for part-time)

About the Role
Nottingham City Council is recruiting 5 Waste and Cleansing HGV Drivers to join the dedicated Blitz Team. This permanent role involves working a 2:00pm to 10:00pm shift, Monday to Friday. The Blitz Team plays a vital role in maintaining a clean and safe city by responding to environmental issues across Nottingham, with a primary focus on removing fly-tipping from council-owned land. The team also undertakes a wide range of street cleansing activities including litter clearance, environmental maintenance, and supporting other frontline services as operational needs require. Working as part of a flexible and responsive team, you will help deliver high-quality environmental services that improve Nottingham's neighbourhoods and public spaces. The role requires the safe operation of vehicles, equipment, and technology while working collaboratively to provide an efficient, customer-focused service across the city.

Requirements

Experience
- Experience working in waste management, street cleansing, environmental services, local authority operations, or a similar frontline service environment.
- Experience carrying out vehicle inspections, completing daily safety checks, and operating vehicles and equipment safely.

About you
- A full UK driving licence (Category C licence and Driver CPC qualification are essential for HGV roles).
- Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, safe working practices, manual handling, and risk assessment within an operational environment.
- Knowledge of road safety requirements and the challenges of working in a public-facing environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, using initiative to prioritise tasks and respond to changing service demands.
- Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact professionally with residents, businesses, and colleagues.
- Ability to undertake physically demanding work outdoors in all weather conditions, including lifting, carrying, and prolonged periods of walking and physical activity.
- Experience using handheld devices, mobile technology, or digital systems to record work activities and report issues.
- A flexible and positive approach to work, with a willingness to support a range of services and operational priorities across Nottingham.
- A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and delivering high standards of customer care.

Qualifications
- Category C driving licence and Driver CPC qualification are essential for HGV roles.

Expiry date: 25/11/2026
Waste and Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver
Company:
Nottingham City Council
Salary:
£29,542 - £32,046/Year
Job Type:
Job
Location:
Nottinghamshire