HGV Driver

Veolia; Basildon; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Basildon is seeking a dedicated driver to join their team. You will be responsible for driving to planned collection locations, lifting bins, and ensuring the vehicle is in top condition. The ideal candidate will hold a Class 2 (Cat C) licence and have a strong time management skill set. This role offers 22 days of annual leave and additional benefits. Flexibility in working hours is essential, as early starts and rotating Saturdays are required.

Benefits

22 days of annual leave

Refer a driver bonus of £1000

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on various retailers

Support for physical, mental, and financial health

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Cat C) licence required.
• Up-to-date CPC / Digi card needed.
• Ability to lift bins of all weights and sizes.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations.
• Complete daily checks of the vehicle.
• Ensure all information is input into the onboard system.

Skills

Class 2 (Cat C) licence

Strong time management skills

Team player attitude

Job description

Salary: £43,023.22 per annum plus Veolia benefits - Weekly Pay
£5.00 Daily meal allowance
Single person allowance - Earn an extra £39.96 daily when you complete over 110 bins

Hours: 48 hours per week, early starts between 4am/6am
Monday to Friday with a requirement to work every 3rd Saturday
Some days you may be required to start later so you must be flexible with working hours

Location: Basildon, SS13 1DN

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. 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. 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

• 22 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 moving and emptying multiple waste containers.
• Lifting bins of all weights and sizes
• Completing daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbook
• Ensuring all information is input into the onboard system and all paperwork is kept up to date and submitted daily
• 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 (Cat C) licence
• Up to date CPC / Digi card
• A can do attitude and strong time management skills
• 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.