Driver LGV

Veolia; City Of London; In loco; GBP 21.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

20 days holiday

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Retail discounts

Virtual GP access

Training & development

Earned pay access

Wellbeing resources

Descrizione del lavoro

Veolia is seeking an LGV/HGV Driver for Collections based in Westminster. The role offers £18.60 per hour, 40 hours per week, and a focus on safe, efficient waste collection across local communities.

You will operate Veolia vehicles after training, maintain daily worksheets, and ensure site safety. Comprehensive benefits accompany this role, reflecting Veolia’s commitment to its people and environment.

Competenze

• Valid driving licence and Class 2 licence required.
• Able to work well with others or independently.

Mansioni

• Remove waste and bulky items from domestic and commercial premises and the Highway.
• Return containers to collection points and ensure lids/doors closed.

Conoscenze

Valid driving licence

Class 2 licence

Teamwork

Independent worker

Descrizione del lavoro

LGV/HGV Driver - Collections

Location: Westminster

Pay: £18.60 an hour

Hours: 40 hours weekly

What we can offer you

• 20 days of 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

• Undertake the removal of waste, bulky items and Sweeper's sacks from domestic and commercial premises and the Highway. Waste may be loose or in bags, bin, wheeled bins, Paladin and Euro-bin containers and any other container.
• Ensure that containers are returned to the collection point, lids replaced, doors and gates closed.
• Ensure that any spillage of waste is cleared at the time of collection to leave the site litter free.
• When entering premises, comply with any site rules and Health & Safety procedures
• Drive and operate any vehicle supplied by Veolia, after receiving the relevant training.
• Comply with all road traffic legislation in relation to your duties including parking restriction, security and weight of loads. The Company operates a zero tolerance on overweight vehicles.
• At the commencement of each shift and prior to leaving the depot, ensure that the vehicle is in good working condition. Complete the appropriate forms (Vehicle Defects books) and report any damages found to your working foreman or Manager.
• At the end of the shift, ensure that the tipper is left empty and that the cab is clean and clear of litter, uniform and personal effects.
• Report locations of any fly-tipping, graffiti, fly posting damaged/missing litter bins and waste containers.
• Ensure that all completed work is detailed in an accurate and legible manner on your daily worksheet before handed in to your Foreman or Manager
• Perform duties in an efficient and effective manner that will ensure maximum productivity. Ensure that the tasks are completed to schedule. Any discrepancies are to be reported immediately to your Foreman or manager.
• Maintain a courteous and professional relationship with members of the public, client staff and colleagues

What we're looking for

Essential:

• Valid driving licence
• Class 2 licence
• Able to work well with other members of staff or alone

Desirable:

• Previous Waste experience

Company Recognition and Commitment

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