HGV Class 1 Driver

Veolia Group; Hereford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Employee discounts

Training & development opportunities

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Veolia Group is recruiting a driver for our East Transfer Station network near Ware, Hertfordshire. You will join a large UK fleet, collecting waste from Waterdale, Ware and Hitchin sites to disposal locations. The role starts early (5am) and runs Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week with a paid break.

We offer a competitive £21.65 per hour plus Veolia benefits, including pension, discounts, health and wellbeing support, and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence required.
• Up-to-date CPC and Digi/Tachograph card essential.

Responsibilities

• Collect waste from Waterdale, Ware and Hitchin sites to disposal locations.
• Transfer Station will receive kerbside waste and recycling materials and support council waste goals.

Skills

HGV Licence C+E

CPC Digi Tachograph

Tools

Digi Tachograph Card

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: £21.65 plus Veolia BenefitsOvertime on a rotaHours: 40 per week including paid break. Monday to Friday - 5am startsBase Location: Hertfordshire East Transfer Station, Ware, SG12 0ELThis new facility will be located behind Ware Recycling Centre on the A602, north of the town.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;20 days of annual leaveRefer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000Access to our people’s pension schemeFree physiotherapy serviceDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailersAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need toOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialWhat will you 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.You will be collecting waste from Waterdale, Ware and Hitchin sites to disposal locationsOnce operational, the transfer station will receive kerbside waste and recycling materials from the surrounding areas, while a bulky waste shredding facility will assist in early delivery of the council’s ambition to send zero waste to landfill by 2030. The building will be equipped with modern noise and odour controls, ensuring minimal impact on the surrounding areas.What are we looking for?HGV Class 1 (C+E) licenceUp to date CPC and Digi / Tachograph cardWhat’s next?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.