Refuse Collection Driver

£20,872 - £23,143
Pitlochry Depot, Aldour Industrial Estate, Pitlochry

The overall purpose of the job is to carry out a range of duties including the operating of refuse containment equipment i.e. wheelie bins and hand loading of refuse and recycling materials working with a range of mechanical collecting systems.

You will undertake ancillary duties as appropriate to the type of work carried out by The Environment Service.

You will assist the driver in the safe manoeuvring of the vehicle on the round or at the disposal location

You will follow through and comply with The Environment Service safe systems of work for Refuse Collection (copies available on request).

You are required to be available to work on a standby basis working additional hours outside normal working hours, including weekdays, as part of a rota with other staff in the performance of various works required by managers. Such works are usually planned in advance but may also have been unforeseeable in which case short term availability maybe required.

The Environment Service is currently working under new ways of working that has moved from the traditional Monday to Friday working; to a shift pattern that may include weekend working. The overall aim of the exercise is to secure a modern system that will comply with all Road Transport Regulations and provide continuous seven days a week working.

The Individual

To be successful, you must have a valid UK driving licence, including Category C.

You will be aware of Road Transport Regulations, you will be able to carry out the physical demands of the job, and as a representative of the Council, you will have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the public as well as colleagues.

You will bring a positive energy; have the ability to work well as part of a team. You will have a full driving licence, enabling you to drive other vehicles as necessary. You will be aware of Health & Safety legislation, you will have effective visual skills with the ability to ensure the safety of other road users and pedestrians, you will have the ability to carry out vehicle inspections, ensuring that your vehicle is safe to drive and meets all legal requirements. You will have the ability to operate a tachograph and to navigate in and around the Perth & Kinross area.

If you would like any more information regarding this vacancy, please contact Gareth Dimmock, on 01796 474616.

When completing your application for this post, please ensure you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer.

Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss.

As part of our safer recruitment measures, Perth & Kinross Council carries out rigorous checks on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, employment history, including references, and fitness to undertake the post.

Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender.

Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.