Job Description

Salary: 31,537 - 34,434 per annum (Based on 37 hours)

Grade: H

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire

Weekend Working: Occasional

Would you like a rewarding role that allows you to work outside in some of the most scenic places in the country?



Do you want a role with the opportunity to develop a career pathway?



We have vacancies in Skipton for Refuse/Recycling Drivers.

The role

Operating from our Skipton depot, you'll cover a vast and varied patch.



Each day, you'll receive your route and take the lead in safely navigating your vehicle and crew, delivering the friendly, top-tier service our residents count on.



Your role as a Refuse Driver is extremely important, as you'll be on the front line of a vital public service.



This position offers a natural pathway towards supervisory or operational management roles, with further opportunities to develop and transition into other areas of our extensive range of services. You'll be working in a supportive environment, with regular supervision and access to a wide variety of staff benefits.

What you will bring

You must have:
A Category C driving entitlement / HGV Licence Some knowledge and experience of operating a large goods vehicle Knowledge of safe working practices and general Health and Safety principles A Valid Driver CPC card also known as a driver qualification card (DCQ)

Roles and Responsibilities:

Operating o-licence vehicles in and around the county Supervising small crews in your dedicated area of the county Responsible for the safe operation of Large Goods Vehicles [LGV] up to 32t. Ensuring the vehicle is clean and in good working order. Collecting residual waste, garden waste, food waste or recyclable materials from domestic properties. To take ownership over issues and be responsible for accurate reporting accidents, acting as the appointed person in relation to first aid.




Typical working days and hours currently vary between different areas of the new council, but you need to be prepared to start early. Some weekend and bank holiday working may be required.

What can we offer you?

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier.

These include:
a local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution salary sacrifice schemes employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more! travel loans Health Assured - confidential help and support for your wellbeing

Contact and apply

For an informal discussion please contact Lisa Holdsworth on 01756 706205 or Lisa.Holdsworth@northyorks.gov.uk

Key Dates:

Closing date: 17th August 2025

Interview date: TBC

Venue for Interview: Skipton, North Yorkshire

Key Documents:

Total Rewards Brochure



North Yorkshire Council are committed to the health and safety of our employees and of others including the general public. It has a responsibility to ensure employees who hold a position that is deemed to be safety critical as it requires the performance of duties which are directly related to the safe operation or security of a facility, piece of equipment or vehicle, handling of chemicals or work at height or in confined spaces and which, if not performed properly, could result in a serious safety risk or environmental hazard to employees, a facility or the general public , do not attend work whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Individuals offered employment with North Yorkshire Council will be subject to the Workplace Substance Misuse policy. For safety critical roles as detailed above, random alcohol and drug testing may take place during the course of employment.





NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.



We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.



North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Driver

Salary:

31,537 - 34,434 per annum

Posted:

31/07/2025

Closing date:

17/08/2025

Closing time:

23:59