At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in property clearance and waste management for Derby City Council.
- Company: Join Derby City Council's Street Cleansing Void Service, making a difference in your community.
- Benefits: Enjoy full-time employment, ongoing training, career progression, and weekly pay.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a vital service that helps transform empty properties into safe homes.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV driving licence and experience in supervising teams or waste management.
We are looking for a Void HGV Chargehand to join Derby City Council's Street Cleansing Void Service. You will lead and support a dedicated team delivering essential property clearance, cleaning and waste management services for Derby Homes and other customers. Our Void Service helps bring empty properties back to a safe, clean and lettable standard through work including house and garden clearances, wallpaper stripping and property cleaning.
Location: Streetpride, Derby City Council Street Cleansing, Derby, DE24 8UZ
Hours: Monday Thursday 08:00-16:00, Friday 08:00-15:30
Pay Rate: £15.54 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, motivate and supervise Void Operatives on site
- Carry out property clearances, cleaning and waste management duties
- Safely drive and operate HGV vehicles
- Complete daily vehicle, equipment and safety inspections
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, risk assessments and COSHH requirements
- Monitor team performance and quality of completed work
- Complete worksheets, inspection forms and operational records accurately
- Report accidents, incidents, defects and unsafe working practices
- Support the training and development of new employees
- Assist with bulky waste collections and safe disposal of hazardous materials
- Support Waste Transfer Station operations when required
About You:
- Valid HGV driving licence
- Experience supervising or leading an operational team
- Experience in waste management, cleansing, property clearances or a similar environment
- Good knowledge of Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude with a commitment to delivering high-quality services
What We Offer:
- Full time employment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Opportunities for career progression
- Weekly Pay
- Mortgage Reference
Training & Requirements:
- Full UK driving licence required, allowing the holder to drive a 7.5 tonne vehicle
- Must be willing to complete required training, including: Manual handling, Drug-related litter removal, Asbestos awareness
- Successful applicants must complete a driving assessment to confirm suitability for the role
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