Driver/Operative

VEOLI; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meal allowance

Pension scheme

Discounts on retailers

Wellbeing support

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a professional driver to join our Durham team, responsible for collecting and transporting commercial waste. You will drive to planned collection locations, move and empty containers, and ensure all documentation is accurately recorded in the onboard system.

We expect you to maintain daily vehicle checks, adhere to traffic laws, and keep the route and carriageway clean. The role requires flexibility with start times and a safety-first approach for ongoing operations.

Qualifications

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence is required.
• CPC Digi/Tachograph Card up to date is required.
• Desirable: previous waste management experience, RORO/Skip experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and move/empty multiple commercial waste containers.
• Ensure information is entered into the onboard system and paperwork is submitted daily.
• Complete daily vehicle checks as per the driver operator handbook.
• Comply with traffic laws and ensure loads meet weight requirements.
• Keep the carriageway clean and report any spillages for immediate cleaning.

Skills

Class 2 license (Cat C)

CPC Digi/Tachograph Card

Waste management experience

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: £41,429.28 per annum plus Veolia benefits£5.00 Daily meal allowance - per day workedSingle person Daily Allowance: Paid Dependant on the Route £41.16 (RCV mode only)Hours: 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday - 4am starts and finishing at 14:00Some days you will be asked to start later so you must be flexible with working hoursLocation: Durham, DL17 9DTWhen 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 to start goes up to 25 daysRefer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000Access to our people’s pension schemeFree physiotherapy serviceStream - Employee financial well being support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewardsDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailersAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need toOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialWhat you’ll be doing;Driving to planned collection locations and moving / emptying multiple commercial waste containersEnsuring all information is input into the onboard system and all paperwork is kept up to date and submitted dailyCompleting daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbookComplying with all traffic laws and legislation including and weight of loadsEnsuring that the carriageway is left in a clean condition and any spillages are cleaned upWhat we’re looking for;Essential:Class 2 (Cat C) licenseUp to date CPCDigi / Tachograph CardDesirablePrevious waste management experienceRORO and Skip experienceWhat’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.