HGV Driver/Loader

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Wembley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £37,619.40 per annum + overtime

Sign-On Bonus: £750 after 1 month and

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

24h Virtual GP

Volunteer day

Training and development

Early access to earned pay

Job summary

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc in Wembley seeks a Class 2 driver to join our team. You will drive 26-tonne collection vehicles on planned routes, assist with loading, perform daily vehicle checks, and log notes using onboard tech. A can-do attitude and team focus are essential for smooth collections.

The role offers a competitive salary with overtime opportunities and a range of benefits, reflecting Veolia's commitment to its people and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Class 2 Licence.
• An up-to-date CPC / DIGI card.
• A can-do attitude and good time-management skills.
• Being a team player is key to ensuring our collections run smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Driving 26 tonne collection vehicles on a planned route.
• Helping out loading bins & containers when required.
• 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.

Skills

Class 2 Licence

CPC/DIGI card

Time management

Team player

Load handling

Job description

• Driving 26 tonne collection vehicles on a planned route
• Helping out loading bins & containers when required.
• 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., 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.Valid UK Class 2 Licence
• An up-to-date CPC / DIGI card.
• A can-do attitude and good time-management skills.
• Being a team player is key to ensuring our collections run smoothly

Desirable:

• Previous Class 2 driving experience
• Prior experience in the Waste industry
• Rear steering experience/understanding
• On the day you may be asked to complete a driving assessment as part of the interview process, so please ensure you are potentially prepared for this.

Please note, if you have more than 6 points against your licence, or have DR10, or DG10 points, you will not be suitable for this position. We also require candidates to bring all relevant documents with them to the hiring day; Right to Work (birth certificate, passport, I.D, settled status etc.) and all driving documents (UK Driving Licence, Class 2 Licence, CPC, Tacho Card etc).

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.

• Salary: £37,619.40 per annum, £18.55 per hour plus Veolia benefits Overtime Available
• Week days paid x1.5, Saturdays paid x1.5, Sundays paid x2.0
• Our drivers can currently earn up to an additional £1000 per month in voluntary overtime based on working an average 40 hours overtime per month.
• Sign-On Bonus: £750 after 1 month of employment and another £750 after 12 months
• Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday - Friday 07:00am-15:18 or 13:42- 22:00
• Referral Programme: Refer a driver and earn up to £1000
• 25 days of annual leave.
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme.
• 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.
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household.
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.
• Stream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards.

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.