Bradford Council - Waste Collection HGV Driver (Food Waste)

Organization: Bradford Council / Waste, Fleet & Environment Services (via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency)

Location: Harris Street Depot (Roles available in Bradford & Keighley), United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week)

Salary Range: £28,142.00 - £31,022.00 per annum

Application Closing Date: 29 August 2026

Job Introduction

Make a visible difference in your community every single day!

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Bradford Council to recruit reliable, hardworking Waste Collection HGV Drivers (Food Waste) to join their essential frontline Waste Services team.

Supporting over 225,000 households and local businesses across the Bradford district, our crews provide an invaluable service. If you want stable employment, a great team spirit, and a role where your work truly matters, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As part of a professional collection crew, you will drive specialist food waste and HGV collection vehicles, helping to keep the district clean, safe, and running smoothly. Key responsibilities include:

Driving & Collections: Operating specialist food waste collection vehicles and other HGV collection vehicles safely across Bradford and Keighley.
Crew Collaboration: Working closely with your collection crew to complete daily routes efficiently, supporting supervision, and ensuring safe working practices.
Vehicle Checks & Maintenance: Carrying out daily vehicle inspections, basic maintenance checks, and completing defect reports and operational paperwork.
Technology & Compliance: Operating in-cab technology, collection management systems, and identifying/recording contaminated containers.
Customer Service: Delivering a courteous, helpful service to local residents and businesses.

About You

We are looking for professional drivers with strong skills, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic. Essential requirements include:

Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence and Driver CPC.
Strong, confident driving skills, particularly when manoeuvring and reversing collection vehicles.
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions throughout the year.
Reliable, safety-conscious, and committed to following operational procedures.
Professional, respectful, and comfortable using vehicle technology. (Note: If you are unsure whether you meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply as we value potential, attitude, and commitment!)

Why Work for Bradford Council?

Bradford Council offers a secure, supportive working environment with fantastic employee benefits, including:

Stable and secure Local Authority employment with competitive salary (£28,142.00 - £31,022.00 per annum)
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and paid annual leave plus bank holidays
Training and professional development opportunities
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and discounted corporate gym membership
Opportunities for overtime and a supportive team environment