HGV Class 2 Driver

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in Reading is hiring a Class 2 driver. In this role, you'll drive to various collection points, ensuring safety and compliance while making a positive impact in the community. Ideal candidates will have a Class 2 Licence and a CPC/DIGI card. The company offers competitive benefits, including annual leave and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

20 days of annual leave

Refer a driver bonus

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries

Access to health resources

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Class 2 Licence required for operating larger vehicles.
• Current CPC / DIGI card essential for compliance.
• Team collaboration is crucial for smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and load truck.
• Complete daily vehicle checks according to handbook.
• Use onboard technology to finalize work notes.
• Follow all traffic laws and ensure clean carriageway.
• Manage spillages to maintain safety.

Skills

Team player

Education

Class 2 Licence

Up-to-date CPC / DIGI card

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Being a team player is key to ensuring our collections run smoothly

What’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.

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.

Benefits

• 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 groceries and well known retailers
• Access to resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential