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Job details

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Job reference

REQ00000018345

Date posted

15/05/2025

Application closing date

01/06/2025

Location

KENDAL

Salary

Package

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Attachments

LGV Driver / Street Care Operative WMF2070e

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Job description

LGV Driver / Street Care Operative

Westmorland and Furness Council

Location: Canal Head Depot, Kendal

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: 27 711 - 28 624

About this opportunity

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking to employ an enthusiastic and motivated LGV Driver / Street Care Driver at Kendal Depot to deliver within the Street Scene Department and assist in ensuring that the highest standard of services are delivered and maintained for residents in the South Lakeland area. The main duties of the role include driving and delivering around the south lakes area, there may be occasions where you may be required to assist loading on our waste and recycling collection rounds.

On occasions the post holder may be asked to work at other depots or locations, or to carry out other associated work. The nature of the work means that the post holder will come into contact with members of the public, and a polite and helpful approach is essential.

The hours of work will be Monday to Thursday 7:00am to 3:00pm and 7:00am to 2:30 pm on Friday. Flexibility is required around these hours to ensure completion of daily workload. Successful candidates will be required to undertake IOSH Working Safely. Full training will be given in the use of any plant or machinery with which the successful candidate may be unfamiliar.

Who we are looking for

Applicants must hold a current full LGV Class C driving licence and in date Driver Qualification Card (cpc) For further details of what this encompasses please see

driving licence categories

on the

GOVUK website

. If you do not specifically hold a Full Driving Licence,

please do not apply

for this position.

Any applications which do not correctly state they hold this entitlement will not be shortlisted. This role requires a flexible approach to the work of the Street Scene Department and a high level of commitment to delivering excellent service is essential.

Candidates will need to be physically fit and able to carry out the role. They will also need to have good customer skills and professional attitude as they are representing the Council in the local area.

What can we offer you!

Excellent training and development offers Flexible working opportunities Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise) Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms Competitive rates of pay

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 01/06/2025

Interview date: w/c 16/06/2025

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.



As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.