LGV Sweeper Driver - Street Cleaning Services
At South Cambridgeshire District Council, we are recruiting for LGV Sweeper Driver to join our team to deliver high-quality and environmentally sustainable services.
As an LGV Sweeper Driver you will be responsible for the vehicle, this would require you to have a Full and Clean Driving Licence (Class 2 / Category C) and an up-to-date Driver CPC certificate.
The role will include undertaking daily vehicle checks, safely driving a predetermined route, tipping off at the designated disposal point as well as using our in-cab system (accessed via a tablet) to report issues. You will be expected to use the precinct sweepers and LGV sweepers whilst working as part of the street cleansing team to support the timely delivery of the service.
To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate a flexible, professional, and friendly attitude, whilst ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with the relevant guidelines to achieve customer satisfaction.
The contracted hours are, 05:45 and 14:15 which included a 30 minute break, Monday to Friday with a fixed non-working day off.
As one of our employees you will be entitled to 20 days annual leave and will progress to 24 days after five years' service pro rata.
As well as providing a good work life balance, without any nights working away, we provide all the required uniform and pay for CPC training, licenses, and medicals.
We also operate a modern fleet of vehicles.
We offer a career grade average pension scheme (LGPS), you would contribute 5.8% progressing to 6.5% and the council will contribute 17% into your pension.
As part of South Cambridgeshire District Council, colleagues also benefit from our four-day week approach. We expect employees to deliver 100% of their work in around 85% of their contracted hours, while receiving 100% of their pay. This supports a better work-life balance, alongside the same salary and reduced working hours.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Sarah Phillips, Team Manager - Environment, on 07719079401 or
Closing date 9AM, 30th October 2026
Interview date: 11th November 2026
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LGV Sweeper Driver in Waterbeach employer: South Cambridgeshire District Council
South Cambridgeshire District Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and reliability. With a competitive pay structure that increases after 12 weeks, employees enjoy a four-day working week, providing a great work-life balance while contributing to the community. The council prioritises employee growth and safety, making it a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful employment in a physically active role.
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South Cambridgeshire District Council Recruitment Team
