LGV (Cat C) Bin Lorry Driver/Loader

Salary £30,279 to £31,284 per annum; Contractual hours 37 basis full time; Permanent full time; Date posted 12/06/2026; Job reference BREQ0453 Job description Are you a qualified LGV (category C) driver who wants to make a difference? We have a great opportunity for two Bin Lorry Drivers to join our Waste and Recycling team. This is an exciting time to join the team as we introduce waste collection changes in response to the Government’s Simpler Recycling regulations. The Council is committed to improving environmental issues, and maintaining the district’s clean and green operations is high on our list of priorities. Working across the whole district as part of a busy, friendly crew, you will drive an LGV or other allocated vehicle over a variety of routes collecting all types of waste, including refuse, recycling, food, garden and trade waste. Responsibilities Take responsibility for the vehicle you are driving daily including performing daily vehicle checks Ensure all health and safety procedures are adhered to Ensure daily work is completed and reported correctly including using electronic reporting device Carry out loading duties alongside your crew of loaders Support other crews as needed Working hours are 7am to 3pm Monday to Thursday and 7am to 2.30pm Friday, with some occasional weekend working. Experience and qualifications you will bring Full LGV Category C (HGV class 2) Driving Licence or above (essential) Drivers CPC qualification Must be fully conversant with all regulations in respect of driving commercial vehicles up to Category C level (or above), i.e. tachographs, domestic driving hours, vehicle maintenance and defect reporting Experience of working in an outdoor environment/ in a physically demanding manual job role Working in a public facing role dealing with customers/good customer service skills Working with collection/delivery schedules (desirable but not essential) Experience of working as part of a Waste Management Contract (desirable but not essential) Must be physically fit, able to move bags and wheeled bins Able to work effectively as part of a team/crew and motivate a team Able to use own initiative High degree of awareness of in respect of personal health and safety including manual handling Flexible approach to working hours Positive attitude and ability to contribute to a supportive team environment This is a fantastic opportunity for two safety‑conscious drivers to play a key role in delivering essential services to our residents. Benefits Local government pension scheme Learning and development for all employees Employee discounts at local businesses Employee recognition schemes Extensive health and wellbeing programmes, including discounted gym membership Flexible working Closing date for completed applications Midnight on Sunday 12 th July 2026 Interviews will take place throughout the advertising period #J-18808-Ljbffr Colchester Borough Council