Early-Morning Waste Collection Driver — Local Impact

Veolia; Widnes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 22 days (rises to 25)

Refer a driver £1000

Pension scheme access

Free physiotherapy service

Employee financial well-being stream

Discounts at retailers

Health & wellbeing resources

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia in Widnes (WA8) is seeking drivers to join a team delivering essential waste management services. You will drive company vans, perform safety checks, collect waste and recycling from customer sites, and maintain a high standard of customer service and safety.

Role requires a full UK driving licence and resilience to weather. You will work with handheld devices and route systems, supporting depot operations and upholding Veolia's standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Proven experience in waste collections, logistics or driving roles.
• Experience using handheld devices or route management systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vans safely and professionally in line with laws and procedures.
• Carry out daily vehicle walk around checks and report defects.
• Collect commercial waste and recycling from customer premises.
• Load and unload waste containers safely and efficiently.
• Ensure all collections are completed on time and per service schedules.
• Use in-cab tech to input route information and report issues.
• Report contaminated bins, missed collections, or access issues.
• Maintain high health and safety standards at all times.
• Deliver excellent customer service and represent Veolia professionally.
• Support depot operations and assist other crews when required.
• Keep vehicles and work areas clean; maintain yard discipline.
• Complete weekly stock checks as part of operations.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Van driving experience

Handheld devices

Route management systems

Teamwork & communication

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Handheld devices

Route management software

Job description

Veolia in Widnes (WA8) is seeking drivers to join a team delivering essential waste management services. You will drive company vans, perform safety checks, collect waste and recycling from customer sites, and maintain a high standard of customer service and safety.

Role requires a full UK driving licence and resilience to weather. You will work with handheld devices and route systems, supporting depot operations and upholding Veolia's standards.