Derbyshire County Council
Waste & Recycling HGV Driver
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Closing date: 01 September 2026
The Council is seeking a Waste and Recycling HGV Driver to join its Streetscene Team.
The successful applicant will be part of a friendly and hardworking team, undertaking the collection of waste from household and commercial properties. This role provides the opportunity to work across the District with established hours based on a task and finish arrangement.
Requirements
- A full clean Driving Licence with licence category C. (HGV) is essential.
- Knowledge and experience of driving Refuse Collection and light commercial vehicles would be advantageous.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement (up to 35 days)
- Opportunity to develop your skills
For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification. The successful applicant will be required to operate from depot facilities in Eckington and Wingerworth, and as required.
Why work for us?
North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.
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We offer:
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Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: ne-derbyshire.gov.uk
Apply today!
If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies or via Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Applications close midnight on 1st September 2026.
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Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.
If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on 01246 231111 or emailing: Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
For further information
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Chloe Hunt Waste and Recycling Manager on (01246) 217285 or via email chloe.hunt@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk
If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.
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