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(COM947) Driver/Loader
<div><strong>Driver/Loader </strong></div> <div><strong>Salthill Depot - Clitheroe</strong></div> <div><strong><br /></strong></div> <div><strong>Reference: COM947</strong></div> <div><strong>Pay: Scale 5 (scp 16-19) £30,518 to £32,061 per annum </strong></div> <div><strong>Hours: Monday to Friday 37 hours per week</strong></div> <div><br /></div> <div>We aim to continually improve the services provided to local people as part of our commitment to enhance the quality of their lives and the environment we all live in and enjoy. Working for us, you can make an important contribution to that aim.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>You will deliver a comprehensive refuse and recycling service for the Council, whilst ensuring the safe and effective completion of collection rounds across the service.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>In return, we offer working hours which are weekdays only and no evenings/weekends except some Saturdays in December/January. The hours are great for those who value their work/life balance, and enjoy helping the local community.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>As well as the driving aspect, you should be physically capable of undertaking repeated and frequent entries and exits of the cab of refuse collection and other vehicles, as well as some carrying and lifting of materials and paper sacks. This post is also suited to those who enjoy working outdoors in all conditions. </div> <div><br /></div> <div>As a refuse driver/loader you will have:</div> <div>• Category C driving licence with previous LGV driving experience</div> <div>• Current drivers Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)</div> <div><br /></div> <div>You will be:</div> <div>• Team leader for the crew </div> <div>• Supervising the collection of waste and subsequent tipping</div> <div>• Responsible for the daily vehicle defect checks</div> <div>• Working as part of a team</div> <div><br /></div> <div>Join us to receive a host of benefits such as favourable working hours, generous leave entitlement and occupational pension scheme.</div> <div><br /></div> <div><strong>Closing date: Tuesday 14th April 2026</strong></div> <div><strong>Interview date: Thursday 23rd April 2026</strong></div> <div><br /></div> <div>Reasonable adjustments: For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.</div>
Published: 31st March 2026
(EDP118) Planning Policy Lead
<div><strong>Planning Policy Lead</strong></div> <div><strong>Council Offices - Clitheroe</strong></div> <div><strong><br /></strong></div> <div><strong>Reference: EDP118</strong></div> <div><strong>Pay: PO5-8 (scp 35-38) £46,142 to £49,282 per annum</strong></div> <div><strong>Hours: 37 hours per week</strong></div> <div><br /></div> <div><strong>Are you ready to take the lead on something genuinely pioneering? </strong></div> <div><strong><br /></strong></div> <div><strong>Then this is your moment…</strong></div> <div><br /></div> <div>As Ribble Valley Council transitions to the new plan making system, we are seeking an experienced planning professional to lead a small, dedicated team in delivering our new Local Plan. This is a unique, career-defining opportunity to work at the cutting edge of planning reform, driving real impact in a truly exceptional setting.<br /><br /></div> <div> </div> <div>This isn’t just another policy role. As an early adopter of the new plan making system, Ribble Valley Council will be amongst the first to produce a new style Local Plan giving you the opportunity to be at the forefront of planning reform whilst shaping future direction for growth and sustainable development in an area renowned for its scenic landscapes, rich heritage, vibrant market towns and picturesque villages.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>We are looking for a qualified planning professional with full RTPI membership and substantial knowledge and experience in planning policy, particularly in preparing robust and sound Local Plans. Strong communication skills and the ability to confidently lead, support and develop the Planning Policy team are essential. </div> <div><br /></div> <div>Please see the full job description and person specification for full details of the role.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>If you wish to join an enjoyable yet challenging working environment that forms part of an organisation committed to making a real difference for the community that we serve, then we want to hear from you. </div> <div><br /></div> <div> <p>Join us to receive a host of benefits such as flexible working hours (flexitime scheme in operation), generous leave entitlement, occupational pension scheme and training/development opportunities.</p> <p>For informal enquiries about the post please contact our Director of Economic Development and Planning, Nicola Hopkins at Nicola.Hopkins@ribblevalley.gov.uk or our Head of Strategic Planning and Housing, Erika Eden-Porter at Erika.Eden-Porter@ribblevalley.gov.uk</p> <p><strong>Closing date: Monday 20 April 2026<br />Interview date: Monday 27 April 2026</strong></p> </div> <div>Reasonable adjustments: <span>For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.<br /><br /></span></div> <div>Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.</div> <div><br /></div>
Published: 25th March 2026
(COM946) Casual Grounds Maintenance/Gardener
<div><strong>Casual Grounds Maintenance/ Gardener</strong></div> <div><strong>Salthill Depot – Clitheroe</strong></div> <div><strong><br /></strong></div> <div><strong>Reference: COM946</strong></div> <div><strong>Pay: For 16 and 17 year olds the rate of pay is £7.55 per hour, plus an additional 12.07% allowance in lieu of holiday entitlement. For those aged 18+ the rate of pay will be £12.60 per hour in line with the Living Wage Foundation’s Real Living Wage, plus an additional 12.07% allowance in lieu of holiday entitlement.</strong></div> <div><strong>Hours: No guaranteed hours</strong></div> <div><br /></div> <div>** Please note that there are no guaranteed hours for this post** </div> <div><br /></div> <div>Enthusiastic and self-motivated, you will carry out general maintenance of parks, playing fields and other open spaces throughout the Ribble Valley. Main tasks will be using a leaf blower, grass cutting and strimming. </div> <div><br /></div> <div>Experience of working in a horticultural setting, grass cutting, shrub bed maintenance and associated groundwork is desirable.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>You will need to demonstrate an awareness of Health and Safety regulations in relation to chemicals, machinery and working practices.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken once an offer of employment is made.</div> <div><br /></div> <div><strong>Closing date: Monday 6 April 2026<br />Interview date: Wednesday 15 April 2026<br /><br /></strong></div> <div> <p>Reasonable adjustments: For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.</p> </div> <div>Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.</div> <div><br /></div>
Published: 23rd March 2026