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Contract to start ASAP until 04-12-26 with a possible extension.
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Driver/Loader (HGV) – Torridge District Council
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Contract: Temporary contract from 9 November 2026 to 4 December 2026
Support Essential Waste and Recycling Services Across Torridge
We're recruiting 2 experienced Driver/Loaders (HGV) to join Torridge District Council, based at the Operational Services Centre, EX39 4DJ.
This is a practical, hands-on role supporting the Council's waste and recycling operations. You'll be responsible for safely driving HGV collection vehicles while also assisting with loading duties as required, helping ensure household and commercial waste and recycling collections are completed efficiently and safely.
About the Role
As a Driver/Loader (HGV), you'll work as part of the Council's operational services team, carrying out scheduled collection rounds across the district.
The role requires a strong focus on road safety, manual handling, customer service and teamwork. You'll be expected to operate Council vehicles responsibly, complete daily vehicle checks and support loading duties throughout the working day.
What you'll be doing:
- Driving HGV refuse and recycling collection vehicles safely and responsibly
- Completing scheduled waste and recycling collection rounds
- Assisting with loading and unloading duties when required
- Collecting household, commercial and recycling waste from designated locations
- Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks before and after use
- Reporting vehicle defects, damage or safety concerns promptly
- Operating vehicle equipment and lifting mechanisms safely
- Following assigned routes and collection schedules
- Ensuring waste and recycling is collected and transported safely
- Working closely with loaders and other operational staff
- Following manual handling and health and safety procedures
- Maintaining awareness of pedestrians, cyclists and other road users
- Providing a professional and courteous service when dealing with residents and members of the public
- Reporting missed collections, access problems or other operational issues
- Keeping vehicles and equipment clean and in good working condition
- Following Torridge District Council policies and operational procedures
Requirements
We're looking for reliable and experienced HGV drivers who are comfortable combining driving responsibilities with physical loading duties.
You'll ideally have:
- A valid HGV driving licence
- Previous experience driving HGV vehicles
- Experience within refuse collection, recycling, waste management or a similar operational environment
- A valid Driver CPC qualification
- A valid Digital Tachograph Card where required
- Good knowledge of road safety and vehicle safety requirements
- Ability to carry out vehicle safety checks
- Ability to undertake physically demanding loading duties
- Good awareness of manual handling and health and safety procedures
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- A reliable and punctual approach to work
- Good communication skills
- Ability to follow routes, schedules and supervisor instructions
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Ability to complete relevant pre-employment checks
Why Apply
- Opportunity to work with Torridge District Council
- Full-time hours of 37 hours per week
- Competitive Umbrella rate of £18.54 per hour
- Practical and active role within essential public services
- Opportunity to gain additional local authority waste and recycling experience
- Work as part of an established operational services team
- Two positions available
Benefits
- Weekly Pay
- Company Pension
- Ongoing Agency Support
Additional Information
Client: Torridge District Council
Job Title: Driver/Loader (HGV)
Location: Operational Services Centre, EX39 4DJ
Positions Available: 2
Hours: 37 hours per week
Start Date: 9 November 2026
End Date: 4 December 2026
Contract Type: Temporary
Pay Rate: Umbrella: £18.54 per hour
Working Arrangement: Site-based / field-based
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Pay: £18.54 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a valid HGV driving licence?
- Do you hold a valid Driver CPC qualification?
- Do you have previous experience driving HGV refuse, recycling or waste collection vehicles?
- Are you comfortable undertaking loading and other physically demanding duties as part of the role?
- Are you able to reliably travel to the Operational Services Centre, EX39 4DJ?
- Are you available to start on 9 November 2026?
Experience:
- HGV Driving: 1 year (required)
- Waste / Refuse / Recycling Collection: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- HGV Licence (required)
- Driver CPC (required)
- Digital Tachograph Card (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
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