The Vacancy: Waste operative 7.5 Driver: Waste Services is seeking an individual licensed to drive vehicles up to 7.5 tons to join our recycling collections teams. The role involves driving and loading various vehicles as part of a crew. Initially, you will work within the Cottage Beck Depot collection and recycling team, with the possibility of supporting other teams within waste services after successful probation.
You will supervise your collection team and be responsible for their performance against our service standards. The role is physically demanding and mostly outdoors in all weather conditions. Good interpersonal and communication skills, along with a good standard of literacy and numeracy, are required.
Requirements include:
* Full driving license with 7.5-ton entitlement
* Current CPC driver's card
* Valid tachograph card
* Recent 7.5-ton driving experience
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Driving LGV vehicles
* Completing daily paperwork
* Collecting recycling scheme boxes, materials, and bins
* Sorting recyclables and checking for correct materials
* Inspecting materials for contamination and issuing rejection tickets
* Communicating with the public about recycling schemes
* Wearing protective equipment correctly
* Adhering to health and safety standards
* Managing recycling collection rounds, including vehicle, crew, and collection duties from households across North Lincolnshire
* Attending training and engagement days on non-working weekdays, with prior notice
* Occasional Saturday work in lieu of bank holidays
Benefits include:
* Payment for overtime
* Generous holiday entitlement that increases with service and sickness pay
* Comprehensive pension scheme and other benefits
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