About the role
Exeter City Council is committed to recruiting a talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and would welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you are a class C1-7.5tonne Driver and share our ambitions, visions and values to make Exeter a safer, cleaner, greener and more vibrant place to live, work and visit, then this role is definitely for you. We are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals, who are looking to make a difference with a ‘can do’ approach. Working as part of a team is a rewarding part of the job, so helping out with loading duties is part of our team task and finish ethos.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for doing the daily checks on the vehicles including the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the vehicles. You will be required to start and finish at Oakwood House in Marsh Barton. Will have responsibility for your own safety, crew safety and the safety of members of the public on a daily basis.
Qualifications
Whilst it would be advantageous if you hold a full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC card with at least 2 years remaining on it) and a valid Digital Tachograph Card, this is not necessarily a barrier for you applying for this role. We can assist with helping you obtain a CPC and digital tachograph driver’s card if you do not already have one.
Hours and Pay
Hours are on average, 37 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 with a requirement to work on catch up Saturdays after Bank Holidays, Good Friday and Christmas including adverse weather disruptions with the availability of further overtime throughout the year.
Training and Benefits
Exeter City Council can offer job security and some incredible employment benefits which include a generous contributory pension scheme, up to 29 days paid leave (service related), fully supported training opportunities to upskill yourself and provision of occupational health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs. You will have access to refreshment facilities, showers / toilet facilities at the beginning, middle and end of the working shift.
About the Team
Waste, Recycling and Fleet is a busy service that reaches over 60,000 household in the city. We also provide services to many businesses within the city too. Conducting over 67,000 collections a week, our professional drivers play a crucial role not only through their driving skills, navigating Exeter’s busy roads, but also being the key to ensuring that our loaders operate safely.
What next?
If we sound like the right fit for you and you feel like the right fit for us we would welcome your application. Please click on the Apply button at the bottom of this page. Alternatively if you would like to find out more about the post, the team or working with us at the Council please contact Dale Webb, Waste Operations Supervisor, at dale.webb@exeter.gov.uk. We reserve the right to close any vacancy before the closing date if enough applications are received.
Our Commitment
At Exeter City Council we are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. To support this commitment we will strive to implement reasonable adjustments to support any members of our communities who face barriers in recruitment processes, irrespective of the reason. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. If you would like further information on this please contact our HR Team at hr.admin@exeter.gov.uk
#J-18808-Ljbffr