Driver/Operative

Veolia UK; Widnes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Earned pay access (Stream)

Retail discounts

Health and wellbeing resources

Training and development

Job summary

Veolia UK in Widnes is recruiting drivers to support waste collection services across planned locations. You will drive, move and empty bins, perform daily vehicle checks and use onboard tech to log work notes.

Hours are 48 per week with 4 am starts, a 5‑on/2‑off rota, and flexibility for start times. The role requires Class 2 licence, CPC and Digi Tachograph, with Veolia offering training and development.

Qualifications

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence required.
• Up-to-date CPC required.
• Digi/Tachograph card necessary.

Responsibilities

• Driving to planned collection locations and moving/emptying multiple waste containers.
• Lifting bins of all weights and sizes.
• Completing daily vehicle checks as per driver operator handbook.
• Using onboard technology to record work notes.
• Complying with traffic laws and ensuring loads are secure and clean.

Skills

Class 2 Licence

CPC

Digi Tachograph

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: OTE of up to £49,835.85
Based on £39,835.85 per annum plus Veolia benefits - Weekly Pay
£5.00 Daily meal allowance
Single person allowance - Earn an extra £39.96 daily when you complete over 110 bins
Hours: 48 hours per week - 4 am starts finishing around 14.30 pm
Working 5 out of 7 days (rota pattern)
Some days you may be asked to start later so you must be flexible with working hours.

Location: Widnes, WA8 0TH

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
• Refer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000
• Access to our people’s pension scheme
• 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
• 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 / emptying multiple waste containers
• Lifting bins of all weights and sizes so you are always on the go!
• Completing daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbook.
• Using onboard technology to complete work notes.
• 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

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence
• Up-to-date CPC
• Digi / Tachograph card

Desirable

• Previous Waste Management experience

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.