Waste Collection Operative - HGV Driver/Loader

Chelmsford, England, gb

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If you enjoy working outside and would like to make a positive contribution to the collection of both waste and recycling in the Borough, this could be the job for you!

We are looking for people to join our team based at Freighter House, Boreham. Working throughout the Borough of Chelmsford, you will lead a small crew collecting waste and recyclable materials from either domestic properties and commercial businesses. These are physically demanding roles involving repetitive manual handling. 

As you will drive, and be responsible for, a waste/recycling collection vehicle an HGV/LGV licence is an essential requirement for this role as is a current driver CPC card and Digi card. You will also be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of safe working practices. A good knowledge of Chelmsford and its surrounding areas would be desirable.

The successful applicant will be required to work 37 hours either over a 4 day week, Tuesday - Friday or over a 5 day week Monday - Friday dependant on the vacant post.

Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment vetting which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with the Disclosure and Barring Service process.