Waste and Recycling Driver

Join Our Waste & Recycling Team as an HGV Driver in Powys!
Location: Powys
Contract: Full-Time (37 hours/week)
Start Date: 05/05/2025
End Date: 28/07/2025
Hours: 07:00 - 15:00
Salary: £13.46-£17.43

Are you ready to drive positive change in one of the UK’s top-performing recycling authorities? Powys County Council is seeking HGV Drivers to join our dedicated Waste and Recycling team. Be part of a crew that’s making a real difference to our environment and community, earning praise from residents for their outstanding work!

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Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Play a key role in keeping Powys green and sustainable as part of a top-performing recycling service.
• Proud Team: Join a committed, frontline crew regularly praised for their dedication and service.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values safety, collaboration, and pride in a job well done.
• Great Hours: Enjoy structured daytime shifts (07:00-15:00) that support work-life balance.
• Community Focus: Make a visible difference to the lives of Powys residents and the local environment.

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What You’ll Do
As an HGV Driver in our Waste and Recycling Commercial Service, you’ll:

• Drive HGV vehicles (Class C+E and/or C1+E) to collect waste and recycling across Powys.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks to ensure safety and compliance.
• Manually handle and manoeuvre bins of various sizes to and from sites and the lorry.
• Follow safe systems of work, adhering to risk assessments and council policies.
• Plan and organize your workload to ensure efficient and timely collections.
• Contribute to Powys’ reputation as a leader in recycling and environmental care.

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Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking drivers who are:

• Qualified: Hold a valid HGV (Class C+E and/or C1+E) driving licence, including CPC (essential).
• Physically Fit: Able to perform manual handling tasks, including moving bins of various sizes (essential).
• Self-Motivated: Capable of planning and organizing workloads while prioritizing safety (essential).
• Experienced (Preferred): Knowledge of waste and recycling collections, activities, or systems is a bonus.
• Team Players: Ready to join a committed crew and take pride in serving the Powys community.

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What We Offer

• Competitive salary with a clear and rewarding role.
• A chance to work in a high-performing, respected Waste and Recycling team.
• Structured daytime hours (07:00-15:00) for a healthy work-life balance.
• The opportunity to contribute to Powys’ environmental goals and community well-being.
• A supportive workplace where your efforts are recognized and valued.

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How to Apply
Ready to hit the road and make a difference? Submit your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re excited to join our Waste and Recycling team.

Join our frontline crew and help Powys stay green, clean, and thriving. We can’t wait to welcome you to the team!