Asbestos Van Driver

J&L Recruitment; St Albans; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hazardous waste management company is seeking an ADR-trained Van Driver to collect hazardous waste across the M25 Corridor. The role requires a full UK driving license and physical fitness. You will ensure compliance with safety regulations while maintaining a positive attitude and communication with clients. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

Opportunities for overtime

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must possess ADR Training for handling asbestos safely.
• Full UK Driving License is essential.
• Physically fit candidate is required due to the nature of the job.

Responsibilities

• Drive vans to collect hazardous waste safely.
• Complete collection paperwork accurately.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures at all times.

Skills

ADR Training

Driving

Communication

Physical fitness

Job description

Van Driver (ADR Trained)

Location: M25 Corridor - covering London, Essex, Kent, and beyond

Company: Avanta Waste Solutions

Hours: Full-time, with overtime including weekends and evenings

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

About Us

Avanta Waste Solutions is one of the UK's fastest-growing hazardous waste management companies, specialising in asbestos collections and compliant disposal. We're known for our reliability, professionalism, and commitment to safety — and we're continuing to expand across the South East.

The Role

We're looking for a motivated and reliable ADR-trained Van Driver to join our busy operations team.

You’ll be responsible for collecting asbestos and other hazardous waste from various sites across London, Essex, Kent, and occasionally further afield, ensuring every job is completed safely and efficiently.

This is a hands‑on, physical role that requires a positive attitude, good communication skills, and a commitment to doing the job properly.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving company vans to and from client sites for asbestos and hazardous waste collections
• Completing collection paperwork and maintaining accurate records
• Ensuring compliance with ADR, EA, and company safety procedures
• Loading and unloading materials safely (must be physically fit)
• Maintaining a professional attitude on client sites
• Supporting the operations team with occasional yard and equipment tasks

Requirements

• ✅ ADR Training (Asbestos)
• ✅ Full UK Driving Licence
• ✅ Physically fit and reliable
• ✅ Positive, can‑do attitude
• ✅ Willingness to work overtime, including some evenings and weekends
• ✅ Previous waste or asbestos experience desirable (training provided if not)

Why Join Avanta Waste Solutions?

• Rapidly growing company with strong industry reputation
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities for overtime and career progression
• Ongoing training and development