HGV Driver/Sweeper

Veolia; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental services company in Camden Town is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver/Sweeper. Candidates will drive various vehicles and handle waste collection, ensuring compliance with traffic laws. Essential requirements include a valid HGV Class 2 Licence and CPC/DIGI card. This role offers competitive pay of £17.73 per hour and benefits including sign-on bonuses, annual leave, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

20 days of annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Support for physical and mental health

Paid leave for volunteering

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 Licence is essential.
• Must hold an up-to-date CPC / DIGI card.
• Ability to work well as part of a team is required.

Responsibilities

• Drive a range of Vehicles 3.5T, 7.5T and HGV Class 2.
• Load recycling and domestic waste into the vehicle.
• Conduct manual sweeping of streets and areas.
• Utilize onboard technology for task management.
• Complete daily checks of the vehicle.
• Comply with all traffic laws and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Teamwork

Basic understanding of Health & Safety

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver/Sweeper

Salary: £17.73 per hour, plus Veolia Benefits

Hours: 39 hours per week - Monday to Friday 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Camden, NW5 3AP

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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Sign-On Bonus:

Receive £250 after 1 month of service, another £250 after 6 months of working with us, and £500 after 1 year of service!

What we can offer you;

• 20 days of annual leave, increasing to 21 days after 2 years, and 25 days after 5 years service
• Access to our company 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
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Driving of a range of Vehicles 3.5T, 7.5T and HGV Class 2 where required.
• Driving to planned collection locations and loading recycling and domestic waste into the vehicle.
• Manual sweeping of streets and other areas (which can include footways, alleys, subways, under and around street furniture etc)
• Utilise onboard technology in real time to record task confirmation and crew-related issues
• Complete daily checks of the vehicle and use the onboard technology to complete work notes
• Comply with all traffic laws and legislation and ensure their work environment is safe and clean at all times.

What we're looking for;

Essential:

• HGV Class 2 Licence
• An up-to-date CPC / DIGI card.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a similar role would be beneficial.
• Prior experience in the waste industry

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.