HGV Driver Team Leader (Grade E)
Monmouthshire County Council
Who You Are
As the ideal candidate, you are a proficient driver with a clean LGV driving license. You possess relevant experience in similar roles and have a strong understanding of the recycling and waste service's purpose. You are committed to maintaining safety standards, providing quality service, and leading an effective team. Your communication skills are excellent, and you can work independently with minimal supervision. You are flexible and willing to work beyond core hours to meet service needs.
What the Job Involves
As a Driver/Team Leader, you are responsible for driving Refuse Collection Vehicles and overseeing the recycling and waste collection team. Your role includes ensuring collections are completed safely and professionally, undertaking routine vehicle checks, maintaining cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety protocols. You will act as the safeguarding lead for your team and participate in route optimization projects to improve service efficiency. You may also perform additional duties such as responding to emergencies and deputizing for the Deputy Supervisor when necessary.
Skills
- Clean LGV driving license - category C
- Experience in similar roles
- Effective team leadership
- Understanding of Health and Safety issues
- Good communication skills
- Supervision and oversight abilities
- Commitment to quality service
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Willingness to undertake training
- Welsh language skills desirable