We are looking for Drivers to join our committed team in Waste and Recycling. Powys is one of the top performing recycling authorities and our crews are on the front line to help us get even better. Waste and recycling is a service that affects all our residents and we regularly get compliments for our teams and what they do. So if you are interested in joining a team that really makes a difference to the environment and the local community, we want to hear from you.
Experience
• Considerable experience and a working knowledge of waste and recycling collection activities and processes.
• Experience of multi point driving activities and waste & recycling
collection driving duties.
• Experience of customer contact and
knowledge of personnel safety
issues in a customer environment.
• Experience and a working knowledge of
H&S systems.
Knowledge
• A working knowledge of the range of equipment used by the teams and ability to provide advice on best practice and how to overcome problems.
• Good knowledge of geographical areas and characteristics.
Registrations, Qualifications & Training
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification or relevant experience in waste & recycling collection systems.
Safety on the Highway.
• HGV/LGV full driving license, category C.
• Health and Safety Certificate to a minimum standard of IOSH ‘Managing Safely’ or equivalent / or commitment to work towards achievement of this certificate.
• Willingness to undertake appropriate waste, health & safety or quality training.
Essential