Driver/Operative

Veolia Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days leave

Refer a driver bonus

Free physiotherapy

Financial wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a driver based in Rochester to operate a range of waste collection vehicles and support routes across multiple modes. The role involves daily vehicle checks, accurate data entry into the onboard system, and strict adherence to traffic laws and load weights.

The package includes an OTE up to £53,023.22 per year, with a base of £44,744.15 plus benefits, a daily meal allowance, and 22 days of annual leave. Flexibility with start times and weekend roster may apply.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class 2 (Cat C) licence.
• CPC Digi/Tachograph card up to date.
• Ability to route work.
• Experience in waste management or logistics desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles: RCV, RORO, SKIP, Front End Loader & Tail lift.
• Learn at least 3 RCV routes and another vehicle mode.
• Complete daily checks per driver operator handbook.
• Input information into onboard system and keep paperwork up to date.
• Comply with traffic laws and weight of loads.

Skills

Route planning

Driving skills

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Education

Class 2 (Cat C) licence

CPC Digi/Tachograph card

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: OTE of up to £53,023.22 per annum Based on £44,744.15 per annum plus Veolia benefits £5.00 Daily meal allowance Single person allowance - Earn an extra £41.16 daily when you complete over 110 bins

Hours: Average 48 hours per week Start time varies between 4:00-05:00am Monday to Friday however must be flexible Rostered Saturday working will be required

Location: Rochester, ME2 4DZ

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

• 22 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Refer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000
• Free physiotherapy service
• Stream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What will you’ll be doing

• Operating a variety of vehicles; RCV (dustcarts), RORO, SKIP, Front End Loader & Tail lift
• Learn at least 3 RCV routes and another vehicle mode
• 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 and weight of loads

What we’re looking for

• Essential: Class 2 (Cat C) licence
• Up to date CPC Digi/ Tachograph card
• Able to route work
• Desirable Experience working in similar industry; Waste Management / Logistics

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.

Ready to see the world as we do? Who is Veolia? Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us. Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.