Job Title: HGV Class 2 Driver (Waste Operative) - 4 Positions Available

Location: Scunthorpe

Salary: £13.69 per hour

Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 6:30 AM - 4:15 PM (37 hours per week)

Contract Type: Temporary Assignment (Potential for Extension)

Start Date: Tuesday, 2nd July 2025

Role Overview:

On behalf of North Lincolnshire Council, we are looking for 4 experienced HGV Class 2 Drivers to support the Waste Services (Refuse Collection) team.

As a Waste Operative (Driver), you will serve the local community by carrying out duties related to the removal and/or disposal of household, industrial, and commercial waste and recycling. This is a career-graded role (Grade 3/4/5), and while predominantly a driving position, work may also be undertaken across the following areas:

Waste collections
Waste transfer stations
Household recycling centres

Key Responsibilities:

Drive HGV Class 2 refuse/stillage vehicles (approx. 80% of the role)
Operate bin lifting and refuse collection equipment safely
Drive vans and small collection vehicles (up to 7.5 tonnes)
Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure all records are completed
Supervise and support a small team of loaders (1-5 employees)
Use in-cab technology and/or paper records for reporting
Engage with customers to provide advice and manage queries/complaints
Identify and address contamination issues
Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient work at all times

Essential Criteria:

HGV Class 2 Licence (Category C)
Completed Driver CPC training
Digital Tachograph Card
Experience managing or working as part of a small team
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to use IT/data systems and complete records accurately
Capable of walking several miles per day and operating machinery
Strong manual handling and customer service skills
Ability to work under pressure, use initiative, and meet deadlines
Knowledge of local area and waste/recycling services

Desirable:

WAMITAB qualification in a relevant subject area

Working Environment:

Outdoor work in all weather conditions
Physical demands including lifting, manoeuvring bins, and walking long distances
Exposure to highway risks and challenging public interactions
Expected to respond to service disruptions (e.g., weather, roadworks)

Supervision and Decision-Making:

Shared supervision of 1-5 loaders
Decision-making on re-routing, issue resolution, and safe working practices
Work guided by procedures but may require on-the-spot judgement

Additional Requirements to Apply:

To be considered for this role, you must provide:

An updated CV
Right to Work documentation
Two references
A completed registration pack (to be provided)

If you're ready to serve your local community and join a vital front-line service, apply now for a July start