HGV Driver / Waste Operations Driver
Location: Plymouth (Chelson Meadow & Weston Mill Household Waste Recycling Centres)
Pay Rate: £15.56 per hour / £19.45 per hour for overtime/Sundays
Assignment: Temporary for 12 weeks initially
Shift Pattern: 4 Days On / 4 Days Off (will include weekend working)
Hours: 10.5 hour shifts / 42 hours per week
Join Plymouth’s Frontline Environmental Services Team
Are you an experienced HGV driver looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the local community?
We are recruiting on behalf of Plymouth City Council for a Waste Operations Driver to support the safe and efficient movement of waste materials across Chelson Meadow and Weston Mill Household Waste Recycling Centres. This is an excellent opportunity to join a hardworking team committed to keeping Plymouth clean, green, and environmentally responsible.
The Role
As a Waste Operations Driver, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality waste collection and transportation service, ensuring operations are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with all relevant regulations.
Key Duties
- Operating a variety of vehicles, including skip vehicles, hook loaders, and articulated vehicles with trailers.
- Collecting, transporting, and disposing of waste materials safely and efficiently.
- Maintaining accurate records of loads moved and ensuring compliance with weight restrictions and environmental regulations.
- Carrying out daily vehicle inspections and reporting any defects.
- Ensuring compliance with Operator Licence requirements, driving regulations, CPC standards, and Working Time Directive rules.
- Delivering excellent customer service when interacting with members of the public and stakeholders.
- Supporting environmental objectives through safe and sustainable waste handling practices.
- Contributing to the smooth running of a critical frontline service for Plymouth City Council.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
- A valid LGV/HGV licence appropriate to the vehicle type.
- A current Driver CPC qualification.
- A valid Digital Tachograph Card.
- A clean driving licence or no more than 6 penalty points.
- Knowledge of driving regulations and Working Time Directive requirements.
- Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A reliable, flexible approach and willingness to work in a physically demanding environment.
What’s on Offer?
- Competitive pay rate of £15.56 per hour.
- Consistent 4-on, 4-off shift pattern.
- Opportunity to work for one of Plymouth’s key public services.
- Varied and rewarding work supporting environmental sustainability.
- Immediate start available for suitable candidates.
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