Driver

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our street cleansing team as a Driver.

We are a front-line service, providing a quality street cleaning service throughout the district.

About the role

You will be required to work 37 hours a week, between 6.00am to 2.15pm, Monday to Thursday and 6.00am to 12.30pm on Friday.

Please be aware, the role is physically demanding and involves:

• Occasional lifting of heavy objects.
• Driving our street cleaning vehicles.
• Sweeping to remove waste and rubbish.
• Picking litter in urban and rural locations.
• Emptying our dog waste and litter bins.
• Removing fly-tipping waste and animal fouling from our roads and pavements.
• Disposing of deceased animals.
• Removing graffiti (when trained).

Who we’re looking for

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are an experienced and skilled driver.
• Hold a current clean driving licence.
• Are comfortable working as part of a team.
• Are experienced dealing with members of the public.

What we offer

When you join us your expertise/skills/experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.

We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers our employees/you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.

We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable.

We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.

The Warren Lane Depot is based in Hurst Green and there is onsite parking available.

In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.

Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide.

Diversity statement

At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.

We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.

Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Want to know more?

If you’d like to know more, please read our role specification or get in touch with Jim Lewthwaite for an informal discussion by calling 01883 732751.