HGV Class 1 ADR Driver / Operator

Veolia; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to environmental sustainability and community service. This role offers the chance to operate specialized vehicles while making a positive impact through essential services. With a focus on safety and compliance, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values ongoing training and support. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of benefits, including annual leave and health resources. If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

22 days of annual leave

Refer a driver bonus

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Retail discounts

Support for physical and mental health

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 Licence required for operating vehicles.
• CPC / DIGI Tachograph card must be up-to-date.

Responsibilities

• Operate High Air Flow Machine and Vacuum Tanker Vehicles.
• Loading and unloading hazardous waste from sites.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and ensure compliance with traffic laws.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

CPC / DIGI Tachograph card

ADR Licence (Tanks & Packages)

Medical suitability for breathing apparatus

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

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

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

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.

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
  
• 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;

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.

This role includes working away from home, sometimes for extensive periods on a national basis

• 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 will be required such as 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 the onboard technology to complete work notes
  
• Comply with all traffic laws and legislation and ensure their work environment is safe and clean at all times.
  

What we're looking for;

• HGV Class 1 Licence
  
• An up-to-date CPC / DIGI Tachograph card
  
• Valid ADR Licence (Tanks & Packages)
  
• Ability to pass a medical suitable for active wearing and use of breathing apparatus due to the nature of the role
  

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.

If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.

Job Posting End Date:

26-03-2025

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.