HGV Class 2 Driver

Huntingdonshire District Council; Godmanchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a motivated HGV Class 2 Driver to join their frontline team in Godmanchester. This role is pivotal in delivering essential waste and recycling services. Candidates must hold a valid HGV Class C Licence and a CPC Qualification, showcase a strong work ethic, and possess effective communication skills. The council promotes a supportive working environment and offers full PPE and training to its drivers. Join the team and help ensure the cleanliness of our community through efficient service delivery.

Benefits

Supportive, team-focused environment

Full PPE and training

Role that makes a real difference

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class C Licence is required.
• CPC Qualification is mandatory.
• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and safety-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate collection vehicles and lead crew on daily rounds.
• Conduct vehicle checks and ensure safe and efficient collections.
• Engage with the public in a professional manner.

Skills

Good communication skills

Strong work ethic

Safety-first mindset

Education

HGV Class C Licence

CPC Qualification

Job description

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.

Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.

At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.

Job details

HGV Class 2 Driver - Eastfield House, Huntingdon. Hours: Monday to Friday, from 6am - 2pm.

We’re on the lookout for reliable and motivated HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our frontline team at Huntingdonshire District Council. This is a key role in delivering vital services to our communities, and we need someone who can lead from the front.

What you must have (essential - applications without this will not be considered):

• HGV Class C Licence
• CPC Qualification
• A strong work ethic, good communication skills, and a safety-first mindset

What you’ll do:

• You’ll drive and operate our collection vehicles, lead your crew on daily rounds, carry out vehicle checks, and ensure safe, efficient waste and recycling collections
• You’ll use in-cab tech to log issues and complete your round
• You’ll support the team by loading bins, working outdoors in all weather, and engaging with the public in a polite and professional manner

At HDC, we’re proud of our district and our people. We offer:

• a supportive, team-focused environment
• full PPE and training
• a role that makes a real difference in your community
• a culture built on our icare values: inspiring, collaborative, accountable, respectful, enterprising

Ready to drive change?

If you’re qualified, motivated and ready to lead from the front, apply now and be part of something bigger.

If you’re qualified, dependable, and ready to take the wheel, apply now and help us deliver top-quality household waste collections that keep Huntingdonshire running smoothly.

An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.

To apply for this position, please complete the application form. The closing date interviews will be held as and when. Once the post is filled, we will take the advert down.

However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!

Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.

Working for the council

As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.