Driver - Level 2

1 week ago

Bridport, United Kingdom Dorset Councils Full time

Are you tired of being away from home for days on end? Or perhaps working alone?

Are you ready to work for an organisation that encourages good work life balance?

We currently have an opportunity for C1(7.5T)Drivers to join our friendly collection team. Previous experience of working in the waste industry and good local knowledge will be an advantage.

**What you will be doing**

If you are looking for a driving role with variety, Monday to Friday daytime hours, 7.5 hour shifts, driving local routes, are physically fit and like working outdoors then this would be a great fit for you. We are looking for Drivers that have good understanding of Health and Safety. You must hold a minimum Category C1 (7.5T ) driving licence have a current digital tachograph card and evidence of a completed Drivers CPC qualification is essential.
You will work 37 hours per week with early mornings and some weekend and bank holiday working. Opportunity to work overtime is available.

**For you**

A range of benefits including:

- Generous holiday entitlement - 27 days holiday each year plus some bank holidays - rising to 32 days after 5 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave
- Time and half of basic pay for any bank holiday working
- Local Government Pension scheme including immediate life cover.
- Employee Wellbeing service
- Free health checks
- Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax
- Online platform offering discounts from retailers
- Training and development opportunities

At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We:

- provide essential services that support over 380,000 residents
- work in partnership to make a real difference
- value every role and the impact it has on our communities
- support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive

You will:

- be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
- have access to a range of benefits and support
- have access to range of training opportunities which will help with your personal development and career progression

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve.

This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us.

Find out more about how to apply.

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