Category C Driver​/Team Leader

Category C Driver/ Team Leader Directorate:
Environment Department:
Waste & Cleansing Services

Location:

Initially North Road Depot/Balloo Depot, however, may be required to work at any location throughout the Borough

Reports to:

Technical Supervisor Salary Scale:
Scale 5 SCP 13 - 18 Car User Status:
Use of a Council Vehicle Purpose and Function of the Post To drive a range of vehicles within Waste & Cleansing Services and to complete a range of vehicle checks as required. To work as team leader ensuring the collection and removal of recyclables, household, industrial and commercial waste, including bulky items from various locations. Carry out street cleaning and skip emptying duties throughout the Borough.

The post holder will also provide flexible and effective cover across a range of Council services delivered by the Waste and Cleansing Section. Ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely, effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all issues relating to the work of the Council. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for driving specified Council vehicles in connection with Waste collection, Recycling and Street Cleansing services within any given area of the Borough.

They are also responsible for the daily/weekly completion of specific work schedules in relation to the listed duties. Responsible for general guidance/direction of Refuse, Recycling and Street Cleansing Operatives as part of a team and for referring queries from members of the public to the technical supervisor. Drive the vehicle in an efficient manner providing a customer focused service including the use of in-cab management systems and digital tachographs in compliance with transport regulations and driver hours.

As Team Leader provide familiarisation training, support and guidance on the use of plant and vehicle equipment, use of system to team members as and when required. Keep up to date with changes in services and disseminate information to the team e.g. service changes that will assist with operations and the use of electronic hardware / software e.g. new material accepted in bin, new In Cab digital update, education campaigns and In Cab digital analytics reporting.

As Team Leader in the absence of regular crew members, advise and direct non-regular crew members on daily routes and carry out refuse/recycling bin collection duties if required. As Team Leader provide advice and improvements through education to the general public including but not exclusive to leaflet drops, recycling bags, thorough bin checks etc. Carry out daily checks on specified vehicles before leaving the depot and complete a daily check defect report sheet.

Use the in-cab device where fitted. Return the documentation to the Technical Supervisors in a timely manner. Ensure each day that the vehicle has fuel, oil and water as required and that all tyres are at correct pressures and are safe for the road. Complete and maintain skip emptying schedules, sweeping schedules or a daily logbook and return same to technical supervisor each day.

This will detail all non-collections and the reason for the same, any lost or damaged bins and any other problems / incidents encountered on the collection rounds or sweeping schedules. Use the in-cab device where fitted to record this information. Follow the reporting procedure in relation to vehicle accidents / breakdowns and report same to Supervisor including damage to the vehicle, third party vehicles or property, and complete accident and insurance report forms as necessary.

Comply with Road Traffic Act and all relevant driving regulations ensuring the safety of the vehicle, Council employees and the general public during working hours by carrying out dynamic risk assessments to ensure safe methods of working on an ongoing basis, particularly during periods of severe weather. Inspect, collect, empty and return all containers in a safe and careful manner.

Collect and dispose of bulky items as required. Remove debris, illegally dumped items and dead animal carcasses from areas maintained by the Council. Use and charge electronic and telecommunications…