Lgv Driver

LGV Drivers - Mid and East Antrim Borough Council | Ballymena Join Mid and East Antrim Borough Council in Ballymena as an LGV Driver and support the delivery of essential services across the local community. Working as part of a busy operational team, you will play a key role in ensuring routes are completed efficiently and safely while maintaining a high standard of service.

• £15.82 per hour
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 3.30 pm and Friday 7.30am to 12.30pm
• Ongoing for 3 months, with possible extension
• Please note, closing date for applications is Wednesday 4th November 2026 at 12 noon.

• Drive any vehicles the postholder is trained in, including but not limited to those in connection with refuse collection, recycling and disposal vehicles, street cleansing services and other operational service vehicles.
• Ensure all bulk items, street sweepings, refuse and recycling is deposited at the Councils waste transfer station or designated waste disposal facility utilising the weighbridge when required
• Provide general driving support to Operational Services to ensure that all refuse is removed from household, industrial and commercial premises such as houses, shops, schools, business premises for appropriate disposal.
• 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

• Valid Category C Driving Licence, with a maximum of 6 penalty points and must not have been disqualified within the past 5 years.
• Valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) card.
• A minimum of two years’ continuous LGV driving experience.
• Must successfully pass a driving assessment.
• Please Note - Any penalty points active on the driving license must be declared along with the relevant code, these will then be assessed for relevance to the duties of the post.