Driver / Loader

SUEZ; Taunton; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£5,000 joining bonus

BUPA dental plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Costco membership

Great work life balance

Job summary

SUEZ is hiring local HGV drivers in Taunton to join a team delivering reliable waste collection services. You will drive and assist with loading, ensuring daily collections meet high quality and safety standards. The role offers variety operating RCVs and recycling vehicles, with training provided to both new and experienced drivers.

Join a company that values safety, community service and career growth, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and competitive overtime earnings.

Qualifications

• Class 2 licence (Category C) with CPC and Tachograph cards.
• Newly qualified or experienced drivers welcome.
• Reliable, safety-focused attitude with good communication.
• Team player with a strong work ethic; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Drive the vehicle and assist with loading household waste.
• Work as part of a team to complete daily collections efficiently.
• Deliver high-quality service to residents and follow safety standards.
• Operate RCVs and Recycling Vehicles as required for variety.

Skills

Safe driving

Team player

Good communication

Safety-conscious

Education

Class 2 licence (C)

Tools

CPC card

Tachograph card

Job description

What will I be doing?

• You will be responsible for both driving the vehicle and supporting with the loading of household waste and recycling, working as part of a team to complete daily collections efficiently.
• Delivering a reliable, high-quality service to residents
• Always working to strict health & safety standards
• You'll primarily operate RCVs(Refuse Collection Vehicles) + Recycling Vehicles as required giving you variety in your day-to-day work.

What are the requirements?

• Class 2 (Category C) licence, valid CPC card and Tachograph card
• Newly qualified drivers welcome, as well as experienced drivers
• A reliable, safety-focused attitude with good communication skills
• A team player with a strong work ethic
• Waste or RCV experience is advantageous but not essential as full training is provided.

What you’ll get

• £5,000 joining bonus Subject to T&Cs
• Competitive salary with excellent overtime earning potential
• BUPA dental plan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Costco membership
• Great work/life balance with no long-haul driving

If you're looking for a stable, local driving role with great pay, benefits, and career prospects, this is your chance to join a team that makes a real difference every day.

Who we are

At SUEZ the efficient and sustainable management of resources around the UK is at the heart of everything we do. Respect, acting ethically and with integrity is one of our core values. We're passionate about the environment and believe in protecting our world. With true team spirit, we can give our customers a standard of service that goes above and beyond and ensure that our local communities have access to essential water and waste services.

We thank our people for all they do with development opportunities, wide-ranging benefits and rewards that reflect their hard work. In a friendly, supportive environment, you'll be inspired to grow and play your part in creating a better future for all.