Want to be part of a key service? Our waste team is one of our main frontline services, and you can be part of this incredible team providing essential duties to all the residents of the New Forest.
Enjoy working outdoors and with a great crew?
As well as driving, you will be expected to assist with the loading of the vehicle and support colleagues where necessary. You will also be expected to be able to work at any of our depots in Lymington, Totton and Ringwood. A moderate degree of physical effort is required, including some heavy lifting and moderate levels of walking. Appropriate personal protective clothing will be provided and must be worn at all times.
Full training will be provided in manual handling techniques, reversing assistance, health and safety matters and any other training appropriate for the role.
Are you a morning person with a can‑do attitude? Love an early start and to get your working day finished by 2pm. This role will require you to work early mornings and, in all weathers, but if you have the ‘can do attitude,’ with understanding of the importance of health and safety, this could be the job for you.
The working hours for this role are 06.00 – 14.00 Monday to Thursday and 06.00 – 13.30 Friday.
Requirements
- Class C driving license (Valid LGV to the class of vehicle required to drive and at least 1 year LGV driving experience)
- Driver CPC
- At least three years’ experience within a similar waste/transport related environment
- Good written and verbal communication skills appropriate to the post
- Experience and ability to supervise staff and lead a team
- Good communication skills to communicate with colleagues and the public
- Ability to understand written instructions and complete relevant paperwork accurately
- Ability to travel to Hardley depot
Benefits
- Up to a maximum of £32,004 per annum including bank holidays – reviewed in August 2026
- 23 – 24 days annual leave (plus an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service)
- Local Government Pension scheme and AVC Provision
- On‑site parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores, and restaurants
- Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40 percent on cycles and accessories
Closing Date: Midnight Monday 20th April 2026
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