Driver 7.5 T/Operative

Veolia; Watford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension access

Free physiotherapy

Discounts on groceries & retailers

Health resources & support

24h virtual GP for you and family

Training and development opportunities

Financial wellbeing support

Job summary

Veolia in Watford is seeking a 7.5T Driver/Loader to join our operations team. You will drive a vehicle up to 7.5 tonnes, operate a mechanical broom, and support cleansing and maintenance services.

The role requires a CPC qualification, a valid driving licence, and prior experience in a similar role. You will work solo or as part of a team, maintain vehicle checks, and report any issues promptly while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• CPC qualification is essential.
• Valid driving licence is essential.
• Previous experience in a similar role is required.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as in a team.
• Good organisation skills are required.
• Reliable, punctual and customer oriented.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• Desirable: previous waste experience.

Responsibilities

• To support the delivery of cleansing and maintenance services ensuring high quality, customer-focused services.
• To Drive a vehicle up to 7.5 tonnes and operate a mechanical broom; training provided where needed.
• To work alone or as part of a team.
• To ensure tasks are completed to schedule and report discrepancies to Foreman/Manager.
• To undertake daily checks before shift start and after; replace damaged items.
• To empty litterbins and replace liners, ensuring bins are secure.
• To report accidents and complete necessary reports before leaving.
• Maintain courteous relationships with the public, client staff and colleagues.
• Comply with Health and Safety legislation and company policies.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Ability to work solo or in a team

Good organisation skills

Reliable and punctual

Customer oriented

Good communication skills

Education

CPC Qualification

Valid driving licence

Job description

7.5T Driver/Loader

Hours: 40 hours weekly

Pay: £30,513.60 annually

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire WD18 0FL

What we can offer you;

• 26 days annual leave
• 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.
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.
• Stream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards.

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 you'll be doing;

• To support the delivery of the Street's and Parks cleansing and maintenance services. Ensuring the delivery of customer focused high quality services in line with the Council's expectations
• To Drive a vehicle up to 7.5 tonnes and to operate a mechanical broom although training will be given to the individual.
• To work alone or as part of a team
• To ensure that the tasks are completed to schedule, and report any discrepancies immediately to your Foreman or Manager
• At the start of each shift and prior to leaving the depot, check your equipment to ensure it is in good condition and exchange damaged or worn-out items.
• Empty litterbins found within your beat, ensuring that the liners are replaced properly and bins locked back up.
• To ensure that all accidents that occur during the shift are reported fully to your Foreman/Manager, to the Police if appropriate and that accident reports are completed before you leave work.
• To maintain a courteous and professional relationship with members of the public, client staff and colleagues.
• To comply with Health and Safety legislation, in particular adherence to relevant company Codes of Practices and Policies relating to safe working procedures at all times
• Report locations of any fly-tipping, graffiti, fly-posting, or damaged/missing litter bins to your Foreman.
• When needed undertake the necessary daily checks as per the Drivers/Operator handbook and comply with all traffic laws and legislation with relation to your duties including the security and weight of loads

What we're looking for;

Essential:

• CPC Qualification is essential
• Valid driving licence
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Ability to Work on own initiative as well as part of a team
• Good organisation skills
• Reliable, punctual and customer orientated
• Good communication skills

Desirable:

• Previous Waste experience

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.