Waste Resource Management Driver – DFWRMD
Full time Temporary @Apple Recruitment posted 1 week ago in Driving , in Public Sector & CharityJob Description
Job Title: Waste Resource Management Driver
Location: Antrim and Newtownabbey
Hours: Full-time, 37 hrs per week (rotating rota)
Salary: £14.13 per hour + 10% allowance for qualifying shifts/weekends
Duration: Temporary
About the Role
On behalf of our client, Apple Recruitment Services are seeking x3 Waste Resource Management Drivers (Category C) to support Waste Operations across the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council area. These roles involve delivering essential WRM services including refuse and recycling collection, street cleansing, environmental cleansing, bulky waste collection, and Household Recycling Centre duties.
Driver Rota (3-Week Rotation)
- Week 1 – Driver 1:
• Mon–Thu: 08:45–18:00
• Fri–Sun: Off - Week 2 – Driver 2:
• Mon–Tue: Off
• Wed–Sat: 08:45–18:00
• Sun: Off - Week 3 – Driver 3:
• Mon–Tue: 08:45–18:00
• Wed–Thu: Off
• Fri–Sat: 08:45–18:00
• Sun: Off
Key Responsibilities
- Complete daily WRM tasks including kerbside waste collection, recycling, street cleansing, and HRC duties.
- Inspect waste containers, complete rejection/damage reports, and ensure compliance with council policies.
- Apply traffic management knowledge in line with relevant legislation.
- Carry out daily vehicle checks, routine maintenance, and ensure cleanliness of vehicles and mechanical sweepers.
- Complete all required documentation such as defect logs, accident forms, and safety checks.
- Ensure onboard cameras, communication systems, and safety equipment are fully operational.
- Supervise crew members, maintain records, and support customer engagement.
- Collect domestic, commercial, bulky, and illegally dumped waste as required.
- Keep recycling centres clean, safe, and efficient while maximising recycling opportunities.
- Support emergency works such as gritting or snow clearance during adverse weather.
- Assist with delivery of council communications and stores items.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and council policies.
- Provide a high level of customer service and work collaboratively with colleagues.
Essential Criteria
- Valid C+E licence.
- Full CPC Licence / Driver Qualification Card.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience operating a Category C vehicle.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Basic computer literacy (e.g., TMS for holidays/GPS).
- Working knowledge of health & safety, manual handling, and reversing assistant protocols.
- Ability to pass a Council Driver Assessment.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience in a waste management environment.
- Experience driving refuse collection vehicles.
- Experience operating HGV mechanical sweepers.
- Knowledge of recycling, waste collection, and disposal processes.
- Traffic management knowledge.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft Word format to Daniel at daniel.finlay@applerecruitment.com.
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date, including full employment history, academic achievements, and contact details. Only applicants meeting the essential criteria will be considered.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.