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Job description

Two positions available for experienced 7.5tonne Drivers to join the operational services team at Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. Based in Larne, this role involves driving and operating a variety of council vehicles, including those used for refuse collection, recycling, street cleansing, and other essential services. Duration: 6 months with a possible extension Closing date: Wednesday 12th August 2026

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-use and routine checks before driving any vehicle, completing and returning a vehicle pre-use check report to the postholder’s line managers as instructed.
• Drive allocated vehicle in accordance with appropriate licence as directed and be responsible for the vehicle including the use of analogue/digital Tachograph in compliance with the Road Traffic Regulations (Northern Ireland) Order 1997.
• Ensure the safety of Council employees and the general public by carrying out an assessment of driving conditions and adopting safe methods of working on an ongoing basis, particularly during periods of severe weather.
• Operate and be responsible for council plant, tools and equipment in general, including but not limited to the safe use of appropriate mechanical aids, equipment and tools etc. provided to perform the relevant function e.g. clearing up spillages etc.
• Manually remove obstructions from the path of the sweeping equipment which could damage the mechanism of the machine, litter picking as necessary with the designated team.
• Ensure on-board systems including weighing, safety devices, in-cab devices, telematics and communication systems are fully operational and used in accordance with operational procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Valid Category C1 Driving Licence
• Valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) card
• A minimum of one years’ continuous LGV driving experience (any penalty points active on the driving licence must be declared along with the relevant code. These will then be assessed for relevance of the duties of the post

Desirable Skills

• One year's previous experience of working in a waste environment
• Experience driving a left hand drive vehicle
• A minimum of two years' continuous driving experience