Driver/Operative

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in Sheffield is seeking a Driver/Operative to manage waste operations effectively. You will be responsible for driving to various collection points, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining vehicle standards. The role requires a Cat C licence and CPC certification. Enjoy benefits including annual leave, training opportunities, and discounts on everyday items. Join a team committed to environmental sustainability and community welfare.

Benefits

22 days of annual leave

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a Cat C (Class 2) licence and up-to-date driver CPC.
• Experience driving RCVs and FELs is essential.
• Digi/Tachograph card required. Impeccable driving record is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and empty waste containers.
• Ensure compliance with traffic laws and vehicle checks.
• Keep paperwork and onboard information updated.

Skills

Cat C (Class 2) licence

Up to date driver CPC

Digi / Tachograph card

FEL Experience

RCV Experience

Job description

Driver/Operative

Location: Bretton, Cambridgeshire, UK, PE3 8

Salary: OTE of up to £49,835.85 based on £39,835.85 per annum plus Veolia benefits, £5.00 daily meal allowance, single person allowance: earn up to an extra £38.80 daily on RCV routes.

Hours: 48 hours per week, 4am starts Tuesday - Saturday (RoRo), Sunday - Thursday (RoRo FEL)

Location: Sheffield, Beighton, S20 1AH

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 (increases to a max of 25 days after numerous years of service)
• 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:

• Essential:
  • Cat C (Class 2) licence
  • Up to date driver CPC
  • Digi / Tachograph card
  • FEL Experience
  • RCV Experience
• Desirable:
  • Cat CE Licence
  • Skips / RORO experience
  • Clean driving licence

What'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.