HGV Class 2 Driver

Veolia; Padworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Refer a driver bonus

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Retail discounts

Wellbeing resources

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia in Padworth, RG7 4JF is hiring a driver to join our growing fleet. You will drive to planned collection locations, load materials, and perform daily vehicle checks while using onboard technology to document work notes. You will follow all traffic laws and ensure loads are secure and clean.

The role includes benefits, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture. A 40-hour workweek with 6am start times is typical, offering a structured schedule and a chance to contribute to essential

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 licence.
• CPC/DIGI card up to date.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and load into truck.
• Complete daily vehicle checks per driver operator handbook.
• Use onboard tech to log work notes.
• Comply with traffic laws and weight/ load safety.
• Keep carriageway clean and clean up spills.

Skills

Class 2 Licence

CPC/DIGI card

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £17.72 per hour plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 6am - 14:30pm Monday to Friday (30 minute unpaid lunch)

Location: Padworth, RG7 4JF

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 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.

• Driving to planned collection locations and loading into truck
• Completing daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbook
• Using onboard technology to complete work notes
• Complying with all traffic laws and legislation including security and weight of loads
• Ensuring that the carriageway is left in a clean condition and any spillages are cleaned up

What we’re looking for;

• Class 2 Licence
• An up-to-date CPC / DIGI card

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.