Refuse / Recycling Driver

Temporary Contract

Job Details

Client: Carmarthenshire County Council
Service Area: Place & Infrastructure / Waste Operations

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Pattern:
Monday to Friday
06:00 to 14:30

Start Date: 17 August 2026
End Date: 15 November 2026

Number of Roles: 10

Location

Work Base:
Stanllyd Depot
Heol Stanllyd Depot
Llanelli
Carmarthenshire
SA14 6RB

Pay

PAYE Rate: £14.82 per hour
Overtime PAYE Rate: £22.23 per hour
Bank Holiday PAYE Rate: £29.64 per hour

Job Overview

Carmarthenshire County Council is seeking Refuse / Recycling Drivers to support the Waste Operations service.

The role will involve safely and efficiently driving refuse and recycling collection vehicles ranging from 7.5 tonne to 27 tonne, supporting the collection service for residents and businesses across Carmarthenshire.

Candidates must hold a minimum Category C / Class 2 large goods vehicle licence and be confident driving refuse or recycling vehicles, carrying out daily vehicle checks, using in-cab technology, following collection routes and supervising loaders assigned to the crew.

Important – Please Read Carefully

This is a Refuse / Recycling Driver role requiring a minimum Category C / Class 2 licence.

Candidates must be confident driving refuse/recycling collection vehicles, supervising crew members, following safe systems of work and operating within health and safety requirements.

The role involves route navigation, daily defect checks, tachograph use, in-cab technology, disposal site procedures, communication with loaders and members of the public, and assisting the crew with loading where required.

No DBS check is required for this role.

Candidates without a valid Category C / Class 2 licence or refuse/recycling driving experience are unlikely to be suitable.

Key Responsibilities

Drive allocated refuse and recycling collection vehicles safely
Operate vehicles ranging from 7.5 tonne to 27 tonne
Carry out daily vehicle checks and routine maintenance
Report vehicle defects to supervisors verbally or using in-cab technology
Ensure road safety requirements are followed at all times
Supervise, direct and support refuse/recycling loaders assigned to the crew
Provide instruction and guidance to the crew during collection activities
Oversee collection round activities and resolve operational issues
Manage issues such as parked vehicles, obstructions, communal collection points and illicit tipping
Assist the crew with loading refuse/recycling containers where required
Navigate collection routes effectively
Use in-cab data and electronic technology for route management
Use tachograph functions correctly
Record and report route or operational issues
Comply with safe disposal site rules for unloading and weighing
Tip off at transfer stations, landfill sites or recycling facilities as directed
Use initiative to resolve operational problems safely
Report decisions and activity to the Environmental Supervisor
Engage with the public to promote recycling messages and improve participation
Support other crews where required
Support efficient delivery and completion of waste and recycling collection rounds
Follow risk management principles, safe systems of work and service procedures
Wear required PPE and ensure crew members comply with PPE requirements
Complete paperwork and maintain accurate records, including timesheets, work schedules and accident reports

Essential Experience & Skills

Minimum Category C / Class 2 large goods vehicle licence
Experience driving large goods vehicles
Ability to drive refuse or recycling collection vehicles safely
Ability to supervise and direct refuse/recycling loaders
Ability to identify and report vehicle defects
Ability to complete daily vehicle checks
Ability to use in-cab technology
Ability to use tachograph functions correctly
Ability to read and follow maps
Ability to navigate collection routes
Good health and safety awareness
Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation
Ability to record accurate, legible and timely information
Ability to use initiative and discretion to meet deadlines and resolve difficulties
Ability to undertake physical work for sustained periods
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
Ability to follow daily work patterns
Good communication skills
Ability to maintain good working relationships
Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions
Ability to lead a team and act on own initiative
Willingness to comply with ongoing training requirements
High level of concentration and observation skills
Willingness to comply with PPE requirements

Desirable

Refuse or recycling collection driving experience
Experience operating power mechanisms or refuse/recycling vehicle equipment
Experience operating various plant or machinery
Geographical knowledge of Carmarthenshire
Experience giving instruction and guidance to individuals or a team
Awareness of customer care standards
Awareness of council policies and procedures linked to staff supervision
Welsh language skills

Additional Information

This role does not require a DBS check.

Required candidate documents include CV, Photo ID, eligibility to work, Criminal Convictions Declaration and Confidentiality Agreement.

Candidates may be asked whether they have completed an induction with Carmarthenshire County Council for this role, and if so, the date this occurred.

Disclaimer

On applying for this vacancy, you agree that your personal details will be passed onto our client for their consideration of your suitability for the role.

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to notify Fix Space Recruitment Limited of any hirer who I do not want my details to be passed onto.

Job Reference

RQ1763872