Braintree District Council
LGV Cat C Bin Lorry Driver
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Braintree District Council has an exciting LGV (Cat C) Bin Lorry Driver opportunity!
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Location: Braintree, Essex, CM7 9HB
Salary: £30,279 to £31,284 per annum
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 12th July 2026
Why choose Braintree District Council?
Braintree is an ambitious forward-thinking Council and is becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.
This is an exciting time to join the team as we introduce waste collection changes in response to the Government’s Simpler Recycling regulations. The Council is committed to improving environmental issues and maintaining the district’s clean and green operations is high on our list of priorities.
Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it.
LGV (Cat C) Bin Lorry Driver - The Role
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You will drive an LGV Category C vehicle or other allocated vehicles across our district, collecting waste and recycling from residential, commercial and bring bank locations. Working with your crew Monday to Thursday 7am to 3pm and Friday 7am to 2.30pm, with occasional weekend working, you will collect all types of waste including refuse, recycling, food, garden and trade waste. You will be responsible for vehicle checks and maintenance, use electronic reporting devices to log collections, and perform loading duties alongside your crew.
LGV (Cat C) Bin Lorry Driver - Key Responsibilities
- Drive your allocated LGV Category C vehicle safely and in accordance with all Road Traffic Legislation and manufacturer instructions
- Perform daily vehicle checks, maintain your vehicle in a clean condition and report any defects
- Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed at all times, protecting yourself, your crew and the public
- Complete and report daily work accurately using electronic reporting devices, logging excess waste, obstructions and missed collections
- Carry out loading duties with your crew and assist other crews when required
- Maintain professional conduct and uphold the Council's reputation for high quality service
- Work flexibly including occasional weekends and bank holidays when service needs require
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LGV (Cat C) Bin Lorry Driver - You
- Hold a full LGV Category C (HGV Class 2) Driving Licence or above and a Drivers CPC qualification with minimum 6 months validity remaining
- Are fully conversant with regulations for commercial vehicles including tachographs, driving hours xlqdzyr and vehicle maintenance
- Are physically fit and able to collect and load wheeled bins, bags and boxes
- Have experience working in an outdoor, physically demanding environment and in a customer-facing role
- Can work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly and use your own initiative
- Have a positive attitude, strong health and safety awareness including manual handling knowledge, and a flexible approach to working hours
Benefits
- Local government pension scheme
- Learning and development for all employees
- Employee discounts at local businesses
- Employee recognition schemes
- Extensive health and wellbeing programmes, including discounted gym membership
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 12th July 2026
Interviews will take place throughout the advertising period.
To submit your CV for this exciting LGV (Cat C) Bin Lorry Driver opportunity, click Apply today
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