Refuse Loader – Trainee Driver / Loader – Waste Collection Operations

Refuse Loader – Trainee Driver/Loader – Waste Collection Operations

Starting Salary: Grade 4 £20,500 - £22,300

Progression to Grade 8 upon Completion CPC and Class 2 Licence - £27,991 - £31,065 pa

About the role

Runnymede Borough Council are looking for one Refuse Loader / Trainee Driver / Loader to train to HGV Class 2 to be part of its team covering HGV Driver/Loaders for their in-house domestic waste collection and trade waste operations.

Based at our Chertsey Depot the post holders will report directly to the Operations Manager/Street Scene Supervisors, the post holder will part of team working throughout the Borough collecting/emptying domestic household waste, recycling, food waste, garden waste as well as collecting trade waste.

The successful candidates must be committed to delivering a high-quality service and ensure the efficient completion of daily schedules. Applicants must have a current driving licence and be willing to undertake Class 2 HGV training as well as CPC training.

About Runnymede

Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects. We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.

Benefits

• 28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Free Parking
• Subsidised cafe on site
• Training and development opportunities
• Payment of one professional membership per annum
• Cycle to work + further related discounts
• Season ticket loan
• Health and Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service

How to apply

For an informal discussion about this position please contact our Direct Services Manager, Shaun Barnes on 01923 425763.

Applicants should email their C.V. along with their supporting statement outlining how they meet the requirements of the person specification and their motivation for applying for this position to humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Successful candidates will be contacted by email if selected to attend for interview.

No Agencies

Closing date: Wednesday 26th March 2023 at 11:59pm

Interview date: 6th April 2023