Class 2 Driver/Operative

Veolia; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver to join their Sheffield team. The role involves driving for waste collection with responsibilities including vehicle checks and compliance with traffic laws. The position offers competitive salary alongside various benefits supporting employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

22 days of annual leave

Refer-a-driver bonus of £1000

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on various retailers and groceries

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include Cat C licence and up-to-date CPC.
• Experience with RCVs is essential.
• Must hold a valid Tachograph card.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and manage waste containers.
• Complete daily vehicle checks per the handbook.
• Ensure compliance with traffic laws and submit paperwork daily.

Skills

RCV Experience

Driving

Education

Cat C (Class 2) licence

Up to date driver CPC

Digi / Tachograph card

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver

Salary: £38,675.58 per annum plus Veolia benefits

£5.00 daily meal allowance

Single person allowance: Earn an extra £38.80 daily on RCV routes

Hours: 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday

AM Shift 4am starts

OR

PM Shift 1pm starts

Location: Beighton, S20 1AH



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone.



With one of the largest growing fleets in the UK, our drivers are pivotal to delivering essential services. They work hard to serve their local communities and make a positive impact every day.



Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.


What we can offer you;

• ;22 days of annual leave (increases to a max of 25 days after numerous years of service)
• Refer a driver to us once you've joined and earn £1000
  
• Access to our people's pension scheme
  
• Free physiotherapy service
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing;

• Driving to planned collection locations and moving and emptying multiple waste containers.
  
• Lifting bins of all weights and sizes
  
• Completing daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbook
  
• Ensuring all information is input into the onboard system and all paperwork is kept up to date and submitted daily
  
• Complying with all traffic laws and legislation including security and weight of loads
  
• Ensuring that the carriageway is left in a clean condition and any spillages are cleaned up
  

What we're looking for;



Essential:
Cat C (Class 2) licence
Up to date driver CPC
Digi / Tachograph card
RCV Experience


Desirable:
Cat C+E Licence
Skips / RORO experience
Clean driving licence



What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.



We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.



We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.



We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.



If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.





Job Posting End Date:

07-05-2025

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.