Waste Collector/Relief LGV Driver

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Job Details

Cupar Depot, Bankhead Depot Glenrothes or Halbeath Depot Dunfermline

You must hold a current valid LGV category ‘C’ driving licence, Digital tachograph driver card and current driver CPC. Good working knowledge of LGV driving related legislation is essential.

The job involves either:

• Driving an LGV refuse collection vehicle for the effective and efficient completion of daily waste collection quotas and be responsible for allocated vehicles and/or
• Meeting daily waste collection quotas working as part of a team. As a Waste Collector you must be capable of walking up to 8 miles per day. Uplifting domestic and commercial waste containers, wheeled containers, sacks or loose waste (which can involve odorous materials) in all weather conditions, including severe weather lasting several days. When required, drive and be responsible for allocated vehicles.

You will earn a competitive salary of £21,681.00 to £23,952.34 and have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Enhanced payments for shift work.
• Access to and support with training and development opportunities and qualifications for the job.
• Local and national discounts including supermarkets, restaurants, and retail!
• Access to an occupational pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and flexible working opportunities.

The Person

You must be capable of manual outdoor working in all weathers, have physical working dexterity and a flexible approach towards carrying out a range of tasks. You should be a team worker with have clear verbal communication skills and a ‘can-do’ approach to help resolve problems

You must be able to provide regular and effective service.

In Fife Council How We Work Matters. You will be responsible for being a role model by displaying and promoting behaviours that are expected of all Council employees.

For further Information please contact: Jennifer Robertson, jennifer.crawford@fife.gov.uk