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Job description

An opportunity is available for LGV 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. Please see employer website for full job details & person specification.

Responsibilities

• Drive any vehicles the post holder is trained in, including but not limited to those in connection with refuse collection, recycling and disposal vehicles, street cleansing services and other operational services vehicles within any given area.
• Ensuring the vehicle is not overloaded and is safely manoeuvred on its daily route.
• Efficient completion of the daily/weekly specific work schedules in relation to allocated duties including defined collection routes where applicable.
• Take responsibility for the safety, supervision and transportation of the crew, ensuring crew members comply with operational procedures whilst carrying out their duties and dealing with queries from members of the public or referring to managers.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Valid Category C Driving Licence.
• Valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) card.
• A minimum of two years’ continuous LGV driving experience.
• Must successfully pass a driving assessment.

Further Information

Duration: 3 months with a possible extension. Closing date: Wednesday 12th August.