HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver

We adopt a ‘name blind’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.

Organisation

Kirklees

Directorate

Place

Service Area

Environmental Strategy & Climate Change

Hours

40

Number of Jobs

2

Location(s)

Vine Street Depot, Huddersfield, HD1 6NT

Position type

Permanent

Grade

Grade 6

Salary

£27,274 - £29,071

Advert Wording

HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver jobs in Huddersfield

Are you a qualified HGV Class 2 or LGV driver looking for a permanent, local driving job where you can be home every day?

Join Kirklees Council as an HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver and help provide an essential household waste collection service across Huddersfield and the surrounding area. You will drive refuse vehicles, work with a collection crew and help keep local streets clean and safe.

Why work for Kirklees Council?

• Permanent council employment.
• Salary of £27,274 - £29,071.
• 40 hours per week.
• Local routes across Huddersfield and surrounding areas.
• No regular overnight stays.
• Training and support provided.
• A practical role delivering an essential service for local communities.

What you will do

• Drive LGV and refuse collection vehicles in line with traffic regulations, the Highway Code, health and safety requirements and expected standards of driver behaviour.
• Collect household refuse as part of a crew and undertake refuse loading or other cleansing duties when required.
• Work independently and as part of a team to complete scheduled collection routes.
• Follow work schedules, maps and management information, including arrangements for households requiring assisted collections.
• Operate lifting equipment safely and follow the correct waste disposal arrangements.
• Carry out vehicle checks, maintain vehicles appropriately and report defects or concerns.
• Complete required records and use in-cab technology to capture collection information and report variations or problems.
• Identify and report waste, driving, street-environment and operational issues so that appropriate action can be taken.
• Work with Team Leaders to support service delivery, including changes to collection arrangements or staff deployment when needed.
• Provide instructions to colleagues on work practices where required, in line with performance and health and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach when dealing with residents and members of the public.

What you will need

• The appropriate licence to drive the vehicles required for the role, including HGV/LGV Class 2 vehicles.
• The ability to drive safely and comply with relevant driver, traffic and health and safety requirements.
• The ability to work alone and as part of a refuse collection team.
• The ability to follow routes, schedules, maps and operational information.
• A willingness to undertake refuse loading and other cleansing duties when required.
• A professional and helpful approach when working in local communities.

Hours and working pattern

• 40 hours per week.
• Monday to Thursday, with some Friday working.
• Public holiday working applies, excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
• The role is based at Vine Street Depot, Huddersfield, HD1 6NT.
• Training and ongoing support will be provided.

Important information

If you require any more information, contact Beth Wrafter on 01484 221000 ext. 76969.

You will need to have a standard medical screening, as determined by the Employee Healthcare Unit, appropriate to the occupational risk.

Subject to certain qualifying criteria, the Council may choose to support you through gaining your CPC driving qualifications.

We use a name-blind approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made. This also includes any CV you upload. Equality monitoring information is not available to recruiting managers at any stage.

If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close the vacancy early.

Work locally. Be home every day. Help keep Kirklees moving.

Apply now for this permanent HGV Class 2 Refuse Driver role with Kirklees Council.

Rashied Patel is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information. We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any supportcompleting an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email:jobs@kirklees.gov.ukor phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We encourage you to read our AI Guidance before submitting your application to ensure your supporting statements reflect your own authentic experience.

Closing date

15 October 2026, 11:55 PM

Important Information

Job profile/description

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