At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive and load HGVs for waste collection while supporting your community.
- Company: Join Oadby and Wigston Borough Council, a diverse and inclusive organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, great holidays, and a generous local government pension scheme.
- Other info: Apply early as positions may close before the deadline; guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: HGV Driving Licence and experience with refuse and recycling collections.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Do you want to support your community? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Waste Services team. The role will be based at the Council's Depot, and you will be working with a team who strives to deliver a great service to its residents.
Our council is a great organisation to work for, we offer a competitive salary and fantastic benefits including great holiday, and the generous local government pension scheme.
The HGV Driver/Loader will work on different types of collection rounds, including refuse, recycling and garden waste collections, amongst adhoc collections of other waste streams, whilst encouraging recycling and offering support to residents on matters relating to their waste disposal.
If you have an HGV Driving Licence and experience of driving a Council HGV for refuse and recycling collections and a can-do attitude and enjoy working as a team, we would love to hear from you.
At Oadby and Wigston Borough Council, we are proud of our diversity and recognise the value this brings. We are fair and inclusive and welcome applications from people with different backgrounds.
We guarantee an interview with anyone who either has a disability or is a reservist/veteran and meets the criteria for this role if you apply under our guaranteed interview scheme.
There may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Feedback will not be provided at this stage of the recruitment process.
HGV Driver/Loader X3 in Leicester employer: Oadby & Wigston Borough Council
Oadby and Wigston Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where community service is at the heart of what we do. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a robust local government pension scheme, we prioritise employee well-being and growth. Our inclusive culture values diversity and encourages teamwork, making it a rewarding place for HGV Drivers/Loaders to thrive while making a positive impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council Recruitment Team
