Driver/ Operative

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Gerrards Cross; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a driver to join our waste management team in Gerrards Cross. You will drive to planned collection points, move and empty waste containers, and perform daily vehicle checks.

You will record information in the onboard system and ensure paperwork is completed daily in line with our driver operator handbook. We require a Class 2 (Cat C) licence, a Digi/Tachograph Card, and experience with RoRo, Skip or Dustcart operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste management operations.
• Ability to handle heavy loads and repeated lifting.
• Digi/Tachograph card holder required.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and move empty waste containers.
• Lift bins of various sizes and weights.
• Perform daily vehicle checks per operator handbook.
• Record all information in onboard system and submit paperwork daily.
• Comply with traffic laws and load security requirements.
• Keep carriageway clean and manage spillages promptly.

Skills

Waste management experience

Heavy lifting ability

Tools

Digi Tachograph Card

Job description

£5.00 daily meal allowance

Enhanced allowances are available for night shifts and single person routes where eligibility criteria are met

Hours:

48 Hours per week, start times between 2am - 4am Finishing times may vary on occasion, so some flexibility is required. Work is Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work required.

Location:

Gerrards Cross, SL9 8TE

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 we can offer you;

• 20 days of annual leave
• Refer a driver to us once you've joined and earn £1000
• 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
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Driving to planned collection locations and moving and emptying multiple waste containers.
• Lifting bins of all weights and sizes
• Completing daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbook
• Ensuring all information is input into the onboard system and all paperwork is kept up to date and submitted daily
• Complying with all traffic laws and legislation including security and weight of loads
• Ensuring that the carriageway is left in a clean condition and any spillages are cleaned up

What we're looking for;

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence
• Digi / Tachograph Card
• Roro, Skip and Dustcart experience would be a distinct advantage
• Experience in Waste Management

What's next?

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.