Overview
Worcester City Council, City Services has a vacancy for a Class 2 driver to join our waste service. You will work within the City Operations service and manage the day-to-day task of leading a team to collect a range of waste in a variety of bin sizes across the city. The start time is 6:45am to 4:30pm daily Tuesday to Friday; this pattern may change to a five-day working week with advance notice. Some Saturday working may be required to catch up following adverse weather or public holidays and will form part of your contractual obligation.
Responsibilities
* Lead a team in the collection of waste across the city using appropriate bin sizes.
* Operate as a Class 2 driver with a focus on safety and efficiency during daily rounds.
* Provide operational support as part of the City Operations service, adapting to changes in working patterns as required.
Key Requirements
* CE licence, digi card, and a valid/current driver CPC card.
* Practical approach to work and good organisational skills.
* Strong communication abilities.
* Ability to lead by example.
* Competence in reading and writing.
* Customer-oriented mindset.
Personal Attributes
* Flexible and adaptable, with no two days being the same.
* Confident in manual handling and operational aspects of the role.
* Good use of initiative and problem-solving skills.
We are looking for someone who is skilled in driving and managing waste collection and also excels in leading a team and providing excellent customer service. Apply now to become a vital part of our City Operations team.
How to Apply / Contact
If you need any assistance with applying please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@worcester.gov.uk. We can assist with alternative formats for your application or offer a MS Teams interview. For more details about this vacancy please contact:
Kevin Haines, Waste, Recycling & Street Scene Manager, at kevin.haines@worcester.gov.uk
Closing Date
Closing Date: 14 September 2025
Interview date: TBC
Attachments
Role Profile - EO2.7 Operative L2 (Waste Driver).pdf
Note
We welcome applications from all sections of the community. This posting contains the original information as provided and includes essential contact details for inquiries.
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