LGV Driver Full Time

Role Profile
INTERNAL TO NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL EMPLOYEES ONLY

Start time is 7.00am in Lamlash, Isle of Arran.

Due to the start time, you must be based or have accommodation on the Island.

ROLE DEFINITION

To drive and be responsible for any allocated vehicle within the service’s comprehensive fleet, to assist in the operation of the service, and to supervise any necessary crew.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Corporate Responsibilities

• To undertake individual role in line with the Council’s Strategic Priorities and in compliance with the Council’s corporate policies and procedures.
• To undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by Management or someone acting on their behalf, in addition to the role specific tasks & responsibilities detailed below.

Role Specific Tasks & Responsibilities

• To drive and be legally responsible for any allocated vehicle in compliance with the Road Traffic Act, the Scottish Traffic Office Operator Licence and the Council’s Code of Practice for Drivers.
• Vehicle checks and routine maintenance of any allocated vehicle and any power mechanism which may be fitted.
• Reporting of vehicle defects – including accidents – to the vehicle maintenance contractor and ensuring that servicing schedules are adhered to.
• Cleaning of any allocated vehicle
• Where applicable, the collection and removal of household, industrial, commercial and recyclable refuse / waste from a variety of locations, either within a planned round or in response to stakeholder requests / complaints.
• Any necessary tipping of collected refuse / waste at disposal sites or recycling centres.
• If necessary, the transportation and supervision of the crew, with responsibility for operational practices, crew health & safety and conduct.
• Ensuring, with the crew, the best operational relationship between the service, members of the public and all other relevant stakeholders.
• Completion of associated worksheets, vehicle log books, vehicle defect sheets and if necessary, the recording and presentation of both analogue and digital tachograph records, ensuring compliance with the Legal Requirements of driver hours & working time regulations.
• Use of Council systems to report progress of allocated work rounds / programmes.

ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Essential

Desirable

Evidence

Education and Qualifications

• Application Form
• Interview

Experience

• Experience in the driving of long goods (former HGV) vehicles

• Experience in the operation of refuse collection vehicles and bin lift equipment
• Supervisory Experience

• Application Form
• References
• Interview

Specialist Knowledge

• Digital Tachograph Trained
• Health & Safety knowledge
• Sharps awareness
• Local authority procedures for the collection and disposal of waste

• Application Form
• Interview
• Pre/Post-Interview Check (if appropriate)

Skills and Abilities

• Communication skills

• Ability to problem solve on site using a common sense approach

• Application Form
• References
• Interview

Other

• LGV Driving Licence – Category C
• Willing to undertake additional training

• The ability to work overtime when required

• Application Form
• Interview
• Pre/Post-Interview Check (if appropriate)

Staff Values & Behaviours

North Ayrshire Council uses behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.

Further information on how to complete behaviour based application form questions is available on the Council’s website .

Value

Behaviours

Focus.

We put our customers first

We understand the bigger picture

• Provide excellent customer services

• Meet and where possible exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.

• Understand the performance levels and standards required within our own role and strive to achieve and where possible exceed these.

• Know how the work we do fits into the overall performance of the Council.

Passion.

We take pride in the jobs we do

We are ambitious for our community

• Take ownership of our own actions and performance.

• Reflect on the work we do and consider how it could be improved.

• Have a positive impact on the lives of our customers and their communities.

• Push the boundaries to help our customers and communities realise their potential.

Inspiration.

We all look for better ways to deliver our services

We achieve the best results together

• Find new ways to deliver improvements, efficiencies and value for money.

• Embrace change with enthusiasm and creative ideas.

• Work together and creatively produce the best outcomes for our customers and communities.

• Plan all activities with the end goal in mind.

High Risk Drivers

This post will require you to carry out high risk driving duties. Preferred candidates will therefore be required to complete a Driver’s Health Questionnaire which will be verified by your GP. Please note any costs incurred for the GP verification will be met by the preferred candidate. An Occupational Health Assessment will then be undertaken to determine your fitness for work.

References

For your information if this post requires references you will be notified of further details if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the outcome of the interview process.

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