HGV Class 1 Driver/Loader

Veolia ES Birmingham Limited; Coleshill Heath; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave including bankH

Driver medicals, licence renewals and?

Pension scheme access

Free physiotherapy

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health and well-being resources

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Veolia ES Birmingham Limited is hiring a Class 1 driver to join our UK fleet out of Tyseley, working 40 hours per week with a 45-minute unpaid lunch. You will drive to planned locations, load waste, and ensure safe operation and compliance with all regulations.

The role involves weekend work on a 8-week cycle, with a rest day in the week to compensate. We offer training, pension, and health benefits as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Valid Cat C+E (Class 1) licence with prior driving experience.
• CP/DIGI card held and up-to-date.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and load waste into a walking floor trailer.
• Ensure the vehicle is safely loaded and operated at all times while collecting or tipping waste.
• Perform daily pre-use checks and report defects to the transport office.
• Adhere to traffic laws and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Complete all scheduled work and comply with company standards.

Skills

Cat C+E licence

Previous driving experience

CP/DIGI card

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: £48,223.49 and Veolia benefitsHours: 40 hours per week - excluding a 45-minute unpaid lunch breakMonday to Friday - plus working 3 weekends in 8 (saturday and sunday with a rest day in the week to compensate for working during the weekend)Shift start and end times will vary on a daily or weekly basis according to the needs of the business. This will be discussed in advance between you and your managerLocation: Tyseley, Castle Bromwich, B35 7AGWhen 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;28 days annual leave including bank holidaysDriver medicals, licence renewals and training paid for with full uniform providedAccess 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 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.Driving to planned collections locations and loading waste into a walking floor trailerEnsure the vehicle is safely and properly loaded, operated and driven at all times while collecting, transporting or tipping waste.Undertake daily pre-use vehicle checks, reporting any defects to the transport officeComply with all traffic laws and legislation and ensure their work environment is safe and clean at all timesEnsure all scheduled work is completed and compliantWhat are we looking for?Cat C+E (Class 1) licence and previous driving experienceDriver CP/ DIGI cardDesirable:Local geographical knowledge, including experience of driving in the areaExperience in transport of waste and use of walking floor trailersRoRo experience and Wheel Loading Shovel trainingWhat’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.