Driver / Operative

Veolia; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Finance wellbeing support

Discounts on groceries & retailers

Health & wellbeing resources

Training & development opportunities

20 days annual leave

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a driver in the United Kingdom to operate delivery and service of skip containers, following site rules and daily vehicle checks. You’ll input data into the onboard system and maintain paperwork while complying with traffic laws and safety standards.

The role emphasizes punctuality, accuracy, and teamwork, with a focus on community impact and working within Veolia’s standards for a safe, efficient operation.

Qualifications

• Class C (Cat C) licence.
• Up to date CPC.
• Digi / Tachograph card.
• Ideally you will have knowledge of the local area.

Responsibilities

• Driving to planned collection locations and moving and emptying multiple waste containers.
• Carrying out Delivery/Service of Skip/Roll On Roll Off containers.
• Conform to all applicable site rules when offloading at disposal sites.
• 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 and ensuring that the carriageway is left in a clean condition.

Skills

Local area knowledge

Job description

Salary

OTE of up to £40k plus - Weekly Pay

Includes £30 weekly bonus payment for no infringements or accidents plus an extra flexibility bonus for team cooperation when required

Hours

40 Hours per week, Monday to Friday, with the occasional Saturday morning. Start time between 4am - 6am

Overtime available

Location

Telford, TF1 7LJ

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
  
• Access to our people's pension scheme
  
• Free physiotherapy service
  
• Stream - Employee financial well being support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards
  
• 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
  
• Carrying out Delivery/Service of Skip/Roll On Roll Off containers
  
• Conform to all applicable site rules when offloading at disposal sites
  
• 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 and ensuring that the carriageway is left in a clean condition
  

What we're looking for;

• Class C (Cat C) licence
  
• Up to date CPC
  
• Digi / Tachograph card
  
• Ideally you will have knowledge of the local area
  

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.