Join the team at Rushcliffe Borough Council as a Refuse Driver– two positions available Location: Rushcliffe, NG2 7YG Salary: £30,717 PA Job Type: Full – Time, Permanent, Working 37 Hours PW, Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm (Plus Previous Saturday Before a Bank Holiday Monday) Close Date: 24th November 2024 About Us: Rushcliffe Borough Council is a modern forward-thinking authority providing high quality services to over 120,000 people across South Nottinghamshire. Rushcliffe’s strapline ‘Great Place, Great Lifestyle, Great Sport’ highlights why it is has been named the best place to live in the region with many residents reiterating their belief it is a can do council, backed up by industry commercial and entrepreneurial awards. Refuse Driver - The Role: We are looking for an experienced Class 2 driver to join the Council’s award winning recycling2go team. As a leader in the waste management sector our reliance on high quality staff is essential. As well as having responsibility for the vehicle during the course of the work you will also be the Crew Leader too ensuring performance is of the highest standard and ensuring the work is carried out in a safe manner. You will be assisting in the collection of domestic waste and liaising closely with other members of the crew to ensure that the best possible service is given to our residents. A flexible approach to work is essential as in addition to collecting domestic waste and recyclables you will be required to assist with other waste collection duties too including glass collections, the collection of large bulky items of furniture and the emptying of septic tanks and cesspools. Refuse Driver - Key Responsibilities: - Drive and take responsibility for the Class 2 vehicle throughout the workday - Act as Crew Leader, ensuring high performance and safe work practices - Assist in the collection of domestic waste - Coordinate closely with crew members to provide top service to residents - Maintain a flexible approach, assisting with various waste collection duties: - Collecting recyclables, glass, and bulky furniture items - Assisting with emptying septic tanks and cesspools Refuse Driver - You: - Full driving licence (LGV Category 2) and DCPC qualification required - Ability to provide excellent customer service - Capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a small team - Experience with refuse collection, tipping, and refuse vehicles is advantageous - Confident in leading a collection team Refuse Driver - Benefits: Benefits of working for Rushcliffe Borough Council include: - 26 days holiday - Local Government Pension Scheme - Reduced Membership fees at our Leisure Centres - Free Car Parking - Investment in further training - Free LGV Medicals - Free renewal of tachograph cards - Free eyesight tests - Free CPC training - Rushcliffe Rewards – Save money with 10% off many pub chains plus many other offers Application Process: Ready to apply for the Refuse Driver role? Click ‘Apply’ now to submit your application. Applications for this role close on the 24th November 2024.