Job Description

In this role, you will be required to ensure the collection of household waste and recycling using wheeled bins, sacks or other collection systems. To be responsible for the allocated vehicle (undertaking daily checks, applying defect reporting procedures, cleaning, fuelling etc); contribution to the completion of the service's allocated work (including rectifying missed collections and completing assisted collections), motivating and organising the collection crew; completion of required paperwork (such as lock out sheets) and working in accordance with the Company's values, beliefs, priorities, policies, procedures and objectives. Act as a loader as and when required.

About us

At Cheshire East Council we are resident and partner focused with a vision to enable prosperity and wellbeing for all. People really are at the heart of everything we do and that starts with our incredible workforce. We promote a culture of high performance where people can aspire, thrive and flourish, where we strive to deliver best value in everything we do.



For us, success isn't just about what we achieve, but how we achieve it together. We promote curiosity, excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.



We are values led and committed to wellbeing and inclusion for all, where our employees co-created our values of drive, integrity, respect and collaboration which inform all that we do.



We are proud to work for Cheshire East Council and believe you would be too, so come and join us!

Join us on a meaningful journey at Cheshire East Council

Join a team that's compassionate, forward-thinking and deeply committed to making a difference. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do, and your role will be a key part of our transformation journey. This is your chance to be part of something meaningful where your ideas, energy and work can create real impact every day.

About the Role:

To ensure the collection of household waste and recycling using wheeled bins, sacks or other collection systems. To be responsible for the allocated vehicle (undertaking daily checks, applying defect reporting procedures, cleaning, fuelling etc); contribution to the completion of the service's allocated work (including rectifying missed collections and completing assisted collections), motivating and organising the collection crew; completion of required paperwork (such as lock out sheets) and working in accordance with the Council's values, beliefs, priorities, policies, procedures and objectives. Act as a loader as and when required.

This is just a snapshot of some of the exciting things you'll be doing in role, to find out more about the other key responsibilities of the role please view the attached job description.

About you:

Appropriate HGV licence for the vehicle they are driving
Up to date Driver CPC
Driving experience of the type of vehicles within the authority's fleet
Experience of supervising and coaching others
Knowledge of recycling and waste minimisation. Broad knowledge of Council Services and the ability to effectively signpost Service Users to other Services
Knowledge of waste collection & tipping techniques including knowledge of vehicle capacity and requirement to carry a safe load
Knowledge of applicable working procedures such as Health & Safety, customer service standards, HR policy
High level of Health & Safety knowledge - Eg. first aid
Training on use of vehicle hoist and other associated equipment The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post
Flexible approach to work

Willingness and ability to travel throughout the borough

To find out more about the essential and desirable criteria for the role please view the attached job description specification document.

What we offer in return:

A competitive salary

- Between 30,138 to 32,700 with guaranteed yearly pay increases!

Enhanced annual leave

- Start with an impressive

34 days of annual leave

(including bank holidays) from day one, and watch it grow to 39 days after just five years of service

Purchase of annual leave -

Want more time off? You can purchase

up to 10 extra days

of annual leave each year, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life just the way you want (Pro-rata for part-time staff)

Flexible working pattern

- Enjoy a

39-hour standard full-time work week

with the added perks of flexitime

.

Salary sacrifice green car scheme

- Drive green and save green! Lease a brand-new electric or hybrid car through our salary sacrifice scheme.

There're no credit checks, no deposits

, just significant savings and exclusive offers on a three-year lease

White goods salary sacrifice scheme -

Upgrade your home with ease. Purchase home and electronic items through our salary sacrifice scheme, spreading the cost of big-ticket purchases like appliances, computers, and tech gadgets directly from your salary

Enhanced public pension

- Secure your future with our

career average pension

, where contributions are built at a rate of 1/49th of your yearly pensionable pay

Cycle to work scheme -

Save up to 25-39% on the retail price of bikes and safety equipment through Income Tax and National Insurance savings. Get fit and save money!

Employee assistance programme

- Access a completely free and confidential assistance service to help manage, reduce, and overcome life's challenges, both at work and in your personal life

Discounted gym membership -

Stay active and healthy with corporate membership prices for Everybody Leisure, including: + Gym, Swim and Group Fitness at all 16 facilities
+ Off-Peak Racket Sports
+ Athletics Tracks
+ Sauna/Steam/Spa

Organisation

Cheshire East Council

Location

Middlewich

Job Category

Environmental and Public Services

Grade

CEC NJC - Grade 6

Salary Min

30,138 per annum

Salary Max

32,700 per annum

Hours per week

39

Weeks per year

52.143

Employment Type

Permanent

Closing Date

13/02/2026

Ref No

E3441

How to apply:

We're delighted that you're considering applying for this role!



As an equal opportunities' and disability confident employer, we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us better reflect and serve our local communities, and together, we can build something truly special.



To join our team, simply click

'Apply for this job'

at the bottom of the page. If you'd prefer an informal chat first or have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Steven Williams at: Email: steven.williams@cheshireeast.gov.uk / 07966377099, they'll be happy to hear from you!



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