At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of drivers to ensure efficient waste collection and recycling services.
- Company: Brighton & Hove City Council, dedicated to community service and environmental care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, extensive leave options, employee discounts, and wellness support.
- Other info: Join a diverse workforce and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing leadership skills.
- Qualifications: HGV C Licence, CPC card, and management experience required.
The predicted salary is between 32061 - 33699 £ per year.
Salary: £32,061 - £33,699 basic plus 4 hours weekly contracted overtime = £37,260 – £39,163 plus £1,850 market supplement.
Contractual hours: 41 Basis Fixed Hours.
About the role
An HGV Driver is needed to drive Waste Collection vehicles for Brighton & Hove City Council. This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly team at Environmental Services to ensure our communities receive a great service and make a real difference in the city.
The role involves:
- Leading and supervising a small team of Operatives, ensuring they complete their tasks and that health and safety regulations are adhered to during refuse and recycling collection.
- Undertaking daily vehicle inspections and providing customer‑focused service to remove household, recycling and other designated waste from a variety of locations.
- Maintaining respectful working relationships and communicating with politeness and courtesy with colleagues and members of the public.
- Ensuring all relevant council policies, procedures, values and behaviours are understood and followed.
We are looking to fill 4 vacancies.
Requirements
- HGV C Category Driver’s Licence.
- Valid CPC card and Tacho Card.
- Management/supervising or relevant experience.
Benefits
- Extensive support from line managers, including monthly 1‑2‑1 meetings and wellness plans.
- Local Government Pension Scheme and shared cost additional voluntary contributions (AVCs).
- Employee discounts on travel, local and national retailers, supermarkets and gym memberships.
- Leave flexibility: up to 34 paid leave days after 5 years of service, with options for family, bereavement and annual leave; option to purchase extra annual leave days.
- Access to work forums for added support.
- Expert advice from information specialists on stress, finances, debt, nutrition, pregnancy, menopause and more.
Encouraging a diverse workforce
Our city is known and loved for its diversity. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and particularly encourage applicants from BME or White Other backgrounds as well as those who identify as disabled, female or trans.
How to apply
Contact David Young on 07795 335 926 or email david.t.young@brighton-hove.gov.uk.
PM Collection Driver Supervisor in Brighton employer: Brighton & Hove City Council UK
Brighton & Hove City Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the community. With competitive salaries, extensive benefits including a Local Government Pension Scheme, and a commitment to employee wellness and development, staff are encouraged to grow within their roles while enjoying a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Join our friendly team at Environmental Services and contribute to enhancing the quality of life in our vibrant city.
Contact Details:
Brighton & Hove City Council UK Recruitment Team
