Doe Park Water Activities Centre
Waste Collection HGV Driver (Food Waste)
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Job Introduction
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Roles Available in Bradford & Keighley
Make a visible difference every single day
Are you someone who likes to stay active, work outdoors and be part of a close-knit team?
We're looking for reliable, hardworking HGV Drivers to join our Waste Services team. This is more than just a job; it's an essential frontline service with real responsibility and a real impact. Our crews support over 225,000 households and local businesses across the Bradford district, and we value the important work they do every day.
If you want stable employment, a great team spirit and a role where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
As Part Of a Professional Collection Crew, You Will
- Drive a specialist food waste collection vehicle and other HGV collection vehicles as required.
- Collect food waste and support other waste collection services across the district.
- Work closely with your team to complete daily routes safely and efficiently.
- Help supervise crew members and ensure safe working practices are followed.
- Operate in-cab technology and collection management systems.
- Identify and record contaminated containers in line with service procedures.
- Carry out daily vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.
- Complete vehicle records, defect reports and associated paperwork.
- Help ensure vehicles and equipment are clean, safe and well maintained.
- Deliver a courteous, helpful service to residents and local businesses.
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This is an active, physical role. You'll be on your feet and moving throughout the day, working outdoors in all weather conditions, and you'll finish each shift knowing you've made a real difference in keeping your community clean, safe and running smoothly.
Who We're Looking For
We're not just looking for experience; we're looking for the right attitude.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
- Holds a valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence and Driver CPC.
- A professional driver with strong, confident driving skills, particularly when manoeuvring and reversing collection vehicles.
- Physically fit and happy to work all year round outdoors.
- Motivated, reliable and team-focused with a strong work ethic.
- Reliable, safety-conscious and committed to following procedures at all times.
- Comfortable using vehicle technology and completing operational paperwork.
- Professional and respectful when dealing with members of the public.
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If you are interested in the role, but unsure whether you meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. We value potential, attitude and commitment as much as experience.
Why Join Us?
- ✔ Stable and secure Local Authority Employment
- ✔ Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- ✔ Paid annual leave plus bank holidays
- ✔ Training and development opportunities
- ✔ 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- ✔ Discounted Corporate Gym Membership
- ✔ Supportive and enjoyable team environment
- ✔ Opportunities for overtime
See our Employee Offer below for the full range of benefits available to Bradford Council employees.
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