We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Northamptonshire to assist with the appointment of a Waste Collection Driver, on a 6-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay : £15.85 - £20.29 per hour Summary: The Refuse Collection Driver (HGV) will be responsible for operating a refuse collection vehicle on designated routes, ensuring the safe and efficient collection of household and commercial waste and recycling. The role involves working collaboratively with the waste collection crew while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and customer service. Responsibilities: Driving and operating a refuse collection vehicle (HGV) on pre-set routes. Working as part of a crew to complete daily waste and recycling collections. Ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle at all times. Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects in line with procedures. Adhering to all health and safety regulations and road traffic legislation. Maintaining accurate records as required, including defect reporting and route completion. Essentials : Previous experience driving HGV vehicles, preferably within waste collection or similar environment. Good understanding of road safety and transport regulations. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Physically fit and able to undertake duties associated with waste collection. Good communication skills and a professional approach. Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice. You should have right to work in U.K Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Important : We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service. RQ1696067