Job Description

Nottingham City Council | Eastcroft Depot, London Road, Nottingham, NG2 3AH

Permanent | Grade E | 28,598 - 31,022 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)

Off-site Worker

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Waste & Cleansing HGV/LGV Driver to join our frontline team. In this role, you will do more than drive - you will lead, ensuring essential services run smoothly while keeping Nottingham clean, safe, and welcoming for all residents.

Key Responsibilities

Drive and take responsibility for Waste & Cleansing vehicles (up to HGV) Lead and support a crew of up to four operatives, mentoring new drivers and helping the team succeed Deliver a wide range of services, including refuse collection, recycling, street cleansing, and winter gritting support Ensure safety at all times - for yourself, your crew, and the public Carry out daily vehicle checks, basic maintenance, and maintain vehicles in a roadworthy and presentable condition Use in-cab systems to ensure services are efficient and responsive Work flexibly across the city and surrounding areas in all weather conditions, as part of a dedicated public service team

Guaranteed Interview if You Meet These Requirements

Hold a Category C (HGV Class II) driving licence Possess a valid Driver CPC card Have experience or knowledge of safely operating vehicles such as refuse collection vehicles, gritters, and mainline sweepers

Why Join Us

At Nottingham City Council, you will be part of a team essential to the everyday life of the city. We offer:

Competitive pay and benefits Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), one of the most generous in the UK Training and ongoing development, including mentoring opportunities A strong, supportive team culture with clear values A role with real purpose - keeping Nottingham clean, safe, and sustainable
Nottingham City Council supports flexible working arrangements depending on the role, including hybrid options where applicable. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dav Marvin by telephone on 07708 318613 or by email at dav.marvin@nottinghamcity.gov.uk.

Closing Date:

24th October 2025

Please note that the advert may close before the listed date, so early application is encouraged.

Interviews will be held:

Thursday 2nd October 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,598.00-31,022.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: On the road