Refuse Driver (Garden Waste)

The job itself

Drive a refuse vehicle to collect household, industrial and commercial waste from a variety of locations e.g. domestic properties, schools, highway maintained, shops etc. When not driving to assist in the loading of the vehicle working as part of the operating team with a hands-on approach ensuring the effective delivery of the day-to-day waste service collections

To work overtime or weekends to catch up the refuse/recycling service after a bank holiday, due to vehicle breakdown / inclement weather or other operation pressures. On occasions, when the service dictates, you will be required to work on Saturdays, and Bank/Public Holidays for which the appropriate enhancement will be paid. You will also be required to work between Christmas and the new year.

We seek a person who has Refuse collection experience although training can be given where necessary. Initiative, communication skills and good customer care skills are essential for this post.
A full driving licence is essential with the entitlement to drive LGV Class C vehicles.

The role is based at the Market Weighton Depot but good local knowledge of other areas within the East Riding would be useful.