HGV Class 1 ADR Driver / Operator

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Brownhills; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider is seeking drivers to operate specialist vehicles for hazardous waste management. The role involves handling hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and utilizing onboard technology. Candidates must hold specific qualifications including an HGV Class 1 Licence. The position offers competitive pay with additional benefits and a commitment to employee wellbeing.

Benefits

22 days of annual leave

£1000 referral bonus

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Resources for health support

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 Licence.
• Possess up-to-date CPC / DIGI Tachograph card.
• Have a valid ADR Licence for handling tanks and packages.

Responsibilities

• Operate High Air Flow Machine and Vacuum Tanker Vehicles.
• Load and unload hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Perform cleaning under confined space regulations and high-pressure water jetting.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

CPC / DIGI Tachograph card

Valid ADR Licence (Tanks & Packages)

Medical clearance for breathing apparatus

Job description

Responsibilities

• Operating High Air Flow Machine / Specialist Vacuum Tanker Vehicles
• Loading and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste from customer sites and disposal sites
• Additional duties: storage tank / vessel cleaning under confined space regulations, high pressure water jetting and repackaging of hazardous materials
• Dealing with plant shutdowns, trauma and crime scene cleaning, chemical emergency response, confined space and working at height rescue services
• Complete daily checks of the vehicle and use onboard technology to complete work notes
• Comply with all traffic laws and legislation and ensure your work environment is safe and clean at all times

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 Licence
• Up-to-date CPC / DIGI Tachograph card
• Valid ADR Licence (Tanks & Packages)
• Medical clearance suitable for active wearing and use of breathing apparatus due to nature of the role

About Our Company

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.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £15.84 per hour (current role holders are earning over £50,000 per annum with extras included). Additional hours worked during the week or Saturdays will be paid at time and a half. Sundays and Bank Holidays are paid at double time. Hourly uplift when working away from home, including paid accommodation and meal allowance.

• 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
• 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

Working Hours & Location

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 15:30. Weekends as required plus a shared out-of-hours emergency call-out rota system. Working away from home for extensive periods on a national basis.

Location: Brownhills WS8 7DG.

Other Information

What you'll be doing; 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.