New Year – New Jobs at Gedling Borough Council
You may not have considered a career in Waste previously – now’s the time to think again!
We are transforming our Waste Services which makes it an exciting time to join us. This may be your first job or you are looking for a change of role where you can be part of a team providing an essential service to our local communities and in return we can provide you with full training and fantastic benefits.
We are looking to recruit four HGV drivers (full HGV Category C minimum License essential).
We are looking for qualified HGV Drivers to join our team. It is essential that you hold a current Large Goods Vehicle Category C (HGV Category C Minimum) licence, together with knowledge of road safety and the impact of working in a traffic environment, as you will be responsible for your vehicle and fellow crew members whilst on collection duties.
For all roles, you will receive training to comply with health and safety for yourself, colleagues and members of the public.
You need to be a good team player, be willing to learn and have good social skills to communicate with customers in a friendly and respectful manner.
In return we offer:
27 days Holiday, rising to 30 after 5 years (plus bank holidays)
Local Government Pension
Discounts on retail shops
Significant discount on Gym Membership at Gedling’s Leisure Centres
Employee Assistance Programme – wellbeing support, free financial & legal advice
Long service awards
Training and development
Staff Events
For this vacancy, you can apply in either of the following ways:
• Register and complete the online application form.
• Download the application form stored in ‘supporting documents’ and send the completed form back to us (details at the end of the form).
Closing date for completed applications is Friday 17th January 2025.
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