Nottingham City Council
Waste and Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver
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Waste and Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver
Nottingham City Council: LGV Driver – Resident Services
Job Title
LGV Driver | Resident Services
Contract Details
- Type: Permanent
- Hours: 37 hours per week (pro-rata for part-time)
- Location: Eastcroft, London Road, Nottingham, NG2 3AH
- Salary: £28,598 (Level 1) rising to £31,022 per annum (pay award pending)
Why Join Us?
Nottingham City Council is one of the largest employers in Nottingham, offering a supportive and progressive work environment. Benefits include:
- Competitive pay
- 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (33 days after 5 years)
- 17.9% defined benefit pension scheme (generous contributions)
- Hybrid/smart working options
- Employee Assistance Programme and health/wellbeing support
- Discounted access to local leisure facilities (sports, cinema, shopping)
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- LGBTQ+ individuals
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About the Role
The LGV Driver role involves:
- Operatingutin specialised vehicles (refuse, gritters, mainline sweepers) under Resident Services -Safe delivery of gardening, refuse collection, recycling, and cleansing duties across Nottingham -Ensuring environmental standards across the city -Providing a first point of contact and support to residents for service-related issues
Requirements
To be successful, candidates must have:
- Class 2 LGV Driving Licence
- Full CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)
- Experience with refuse collection vehicles, gritters, and mainline sweepers
- DBS enhanced check (regulated activity)
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Working Arrangements
While roles default to hybrid working wherever possible, this post requires on-site presence due to operational needs.
Timeline & Next Steps
- Closing Date: 6th July 2026 (may close early)
- Interviews: TBC
- For issues making an application, contact our Employee Service Centre via support.emss.org.uk
Contact: Zarina Hearne, Commercial Waste Operations Manager (zarina.hearne@nottinghamcity.gov.uk / 07961 986570)
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to recruiting a workforce that reflects ongoing resident demographic, ensuring representation for people currently underrepresented.
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