Driver

Veolia Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Refer a driver £1000 bonus

Free physiotherapy

Financial wellbeing support

Discounts on groceries & retailers

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Veolia Group in Rochester is seeking a driver to operate a range of collection vehicles, perform daily checks, and ensure paperwork is up to date. The role starts early with a 48-hour week and Saturday roATA work on a rota. You will route multiple routes and input data into the onboard system as part of daily duties.

Essentials include a Class 2 (Cat C) licence, up-to-date CPC, and a Digi/Tachograph card. Veolia offers comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence with up-to-date CPC.
• Digi/Tachograph card required.
• Ability to route and coordinate multiple routes daily.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of waste collection vehicles (RCV, RORO, SKIP, Front End Loader with tail lift).
• Complete daily vehicle checks and log data accurately.
• Input information into the onboard system and submit paperwork daily.
• Adhere to traffic laws and load weight limits.

Skills

Route planning

Able to route work

Flexible schedule

Education

CPC valid

Tools

Digi Tachograph card

Class 2 (Cat C) licence

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: OTE of up to £53,023.22 per annumBased on £43,023.22 per annum plus Veolia benefits£5.00 Daily meal allowanceSingle person allowance - Earn an extra £39.96 daily when you complete over 110 binsHours: Average 48 hours per weekStart time varies between 4:00-05:00am Monday to Friday however must be flexibleRostered Saturday working will be requiredLocation: Rochester, ME2 4DZWhen 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 (plus bank holidays)Refer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000Free physiotherapy serviceStream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewardsDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailersOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialWhat will you’ll be doing;Operating a variety of vehicles; RCV (dustcarts), RORO, SKIP, Front End Loader & Tail liftLearn at least 3 RCV routes and another vehicle modeCompleting daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbookEnsuring all information is input into the onboard system and all paperwork is kept up to date and submitted dailyComplying with all traffic laws and legislation including and weight of loadsWhat we’re looking for;Essential:Class 2 (Cat C) licenceUp to date CPCDigi/ Tachograph cardAble to route workDesirableExperience working in similar industry; Waste Management / LogisticsWhat’s next?Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.