About this role
Internal Vacancy
Waste Management Driver
Salary: £32,046 up to £33,119 per annum pro rata including market supplement
Grade: 4
Location: Hinckley, Leicestershire
Contract: Permanent, 37 hours per week, working Monday to Friday
About the role
We currently have a vacancy for a Category C driving position within our Waste Management team.
We are very proud of our in-house waste collection services and have recently invested in a new fleet of refuse collection vehicles, including new food waste collection vehicles most recently arriving.
What you will be doing
As the Waste Management Driver, you will be responsible for a small team collecting waste across our waste streams, such as food waste, refuse, dry recycling or garden waste, as part of the wider waste management services we provide.
About you
As the team leader, you will ensure tasks and paperwork are completed in a professional manner, that excellent customer service is provided to our residents and help ensure better management of our resources. You will also be supporting residents to recycle their waste effectively, enabling the council to meet Corporate Plan objectives.
Essential criteria
You must hold a minimum of Category C licence.Be physically fit, able to walk long distances each day and move wheeled bins, sacks and any other waste containers.Be committed individuals who are looking to provide high quality public services to our residents.
Closing date: 9 October 2026
Interview date: 19 October 2026
Hinckley & Bosworth - A PLACE OF OPPORTUNITY
Situated at the very heart of England on the border of the East and West Midlands, Hinckley is well connected by major transport links to the cities of Leicester, Coventry and Birmingham and in an ideal location for commuting being close to major transport links of the M1, M6, M69, M42 and the A5.
We welcome applications from all of the community.