HGV Class 2 Driver

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Spencers Wood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the UK is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver. This role involves driving to collection locations, performing vehicle checks, and ensuring traffic compliance. The ideal candidate will hold a Class 2 Licence and an up-to-date CPC/DIGI card. The position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits including annual leave, pensions, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

20 days of annual leave

Refer a driver and earn £1000

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Support for physical, mental, and financial health

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class 2 Licence and an up-to-date CPC / DIGI card.
• Team player to ensure smooth operations.
• Ability to comply with traffic laws and vehicle checks.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and load truck.
• Perform daily checks of the vehicle.
• Use onboard technology to complete work notes.
• Comply with all traffic laws including load security.
• Ensure cleanliness of the carriageway.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Class 2 Licence

Up-to-date CPC / DIGI card

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver

Location: Reading, Berkshire, UK, RG1 2

Salary: £17.29 per hour plus Veolia benefits

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

Job Description: Ready to find the right role for you? 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:

• 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.

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: 03-10-2025