Refuse Driver (Chargehand)

Job Description

Based in Buckie, the work will entail the uplift of waste from residential and commercial premises by organising staff levels within the depot to ensure each route is adequately manned and all daily routes completed.

The Chargehand is to be aware of route collection progress and to report any issues/anticipated unfinished routes to Team Leaders before end of day as well as ensuring additional responsibilities within the depot are covered such as street sweeping, uplifting of fly tipping and any other duties as instructed by Team Leaders.

Our Chargehands must also ensure that the highest standards are met with regard to Health and Safety and that the duties performed comply with all statutory legislation including Goods Vehicle Operators Licence.

 

Responsibilities

To assist with overseeing staffing levels

To assist with overseeing the depot’s workload

To ensure cleanliness of depot and surrounding area To assist with maintaining Health and Safety standards

 

The Individual

Minimum 1 year experience in an HGV driving post

Communicate effectively both orally & in writing

HGV Licence &; valid Driver CPC

Able to work on own under instruction and as part of team

Understanding instructions given and delivering a high-quality service based on these

Good leadership skills

Awareness of Health & Safety and safe working practices

Resolving issues and contributing to continuous improvement of service

Able to communicate with members of the public

Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to the practice of good team working Willingness to accept and issue direction/delegation

Showing respect for people at all levels

Display a positive approach to work

Respecting council equipment, premises & property

Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service

Ability to perform manual handling duties to lift heavy/awkward objects

Ability to work in all weather conditions

 

Interview Date: 20 March 2026

Starting Salary: £29,110.12

Location: Buckie

Hours per week: 39 (37 plus 2 hrs vehicle maintenance)

 

Further information Tel: 07800 670 639