HGV Driver/Team Leader

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Elmbridge; On-site; GBP 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in Elmbridge is seeking a skilled driver with an HGV Class 2 Licence to oversee vehicle operations and ensure contract compliance. The successful candidate will manage tasks including daily vehicle checks and staff supervision. Essential qualifications include a Valid CPC and Tacho Card, along with IT proficiency and local geographical knowledge. Opportunities for training, a competitive salary, and various benefits are provided, creating a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Annual leave increasing with service

Pension scheme access

Discounts on groceries

Volunteer day

Support for mental health

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 Licence required.
• Valid CPC and Tacho Card necessary.
• Experience in leading a team is a must.

Responsibilities

• Drive various vehicles as required.
• Ensure all routes are completed per contract.
• Conduct daily checks on vehicles and equipment.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Valid CPC and Tacho Card

Team management

Local geographical knowledge

IT skills

Tools

Waste management systems (e.g. Echo)

Job description

Job Overview

Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.

What you'll be doing

• Drive a range of vehicles including 3.5T, 7.5T and Class 2 vehicles when required.
• Ensure that the contractual obligations are completed in the required times as part of your daily duties.
• Ensure all priority routes are completed as per contract and checked regularly throughout the day.
• Assist your Manager to ensure that the daily checking of vehicles, barrows and other equipment checks are completed at the commencement of each shift and that the appropriate forms are correctly completed.
• All employees are to be signed on and any reports relating to sickness, absenteeism or lateness are to be forwarded to the Manager.
• Ensure that all staff are given the appropriate worksheet, round/beat sheet and map relating to their specific daily tasks with any amendments or variations and that they fully understand these tasks.
• On completion of daily work, ensure Daily Log Sheets, used by you, are completed and forwarded to the Communications Room at the end of the shift to which they relate.
• Ensure that the Depots and areas are kept in a clean, tidy and safe state at all times.
• When required, deputise for your Manager – but any operational, disciplinary or financial matters are to be discussed with your Senior Manager before action is taken.
• Undertake daily contract monitoring surveys and assist with generating associated reports as necessary.
• On occasions you may be requested to carry out other duties not included in this job description.

Essential qualifications

• HGV Class 2 Licence.
• Valid CPC and Tacho Card.
• Experienced managing and leading a team.
• Local Geographical knowledge.
• Experience in using waste management systems including, but not limited to, Echo.
• Experience working with local authority clients.
• Good IT Skills.

Desired qualifications

• Effective communication skills.
• Prior experience working within waste management.

Benefits and compensation

• Salary: £17.73 per hour / £35,956.44 per annum, plus Veolia benefits and pension.
• Sign‑On Bonus: Receive £250 after 1 month of service, another £250 after 6 months, and £500 after 1 year of service.
• 20 days of annual leave, increasing to 21 days after 2 years and 25 days after 5 years of service.
• Access to company pension scheme.
• Discounts on groceries and other retailers.
• Access to resources to support physical, mental and financial health.
• One paid day each year to volunteer and support your community.

Location & hours

Location: 79 Holmes Rd, London, NW5 3AP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm.

Company culture

We’re proud to have been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years (2023‑2025). We are 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 are 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.