Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge‑Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward‑thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision‑making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job Details
Location: Eastfield House, Huntingdon
Hours: Monday to Friday, approximately 6am–2pm
Requirements
- HGV Class C Licence
- CPC Qualification
- Valid Tacho Digicard
- A strong work ethic, good communication skills and a safety‑first mindset
Responsibilities
You’ll drive and operate our collection vehicles, lead your crew on daily rounds, carry out vehicle checks and ensure safe, efficient waste and recycling collections. You’ll also use in‑cab tech to log issues and complete your round. When not driving, you’ll support the team by loading bins, working outdoors in all weather, and engaging with the public in a polite and professional manner.
Benefits
- A supportive, team‑focused environment
- Full PPE and training
- A role that makes a real difference in your community
- A culture built on our icare values: Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee‑led environment. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work‑life balance.
Employment offer is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a sponsorship licence and cannot provide a Certificate of Sponsorship.
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