LGV Class 1 Driver

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated drivers for night shifts to support local communities and enhance environmental sustainability. This role involves driving to collection points, ensuring vehicle safety, and adhering to traffic regulations. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company offers extensive benefits including annual leave, a pension scheme, and ongoing training. Join a team that values diversity and inclusivity, making a positive impact every day while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Refer a driver bonus

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Support for physical and mental health

24-hour access to virtual GP

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class 1 Driving License.
• Ability to comply with traffic laws and ensure vehicle safety.

Responsibilities

• Driving to planned collection locations and loading waste into the vehicle.
• Completing daily checks of the vehicle and using onboard technology.

Skills

Class 1 Driving License

Job description

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Night shift - 8:00pm - 6:00am - times may vary depending on business needs. Sunday to Thursday with 1 hour unpaid lunch.

Location: Nathan Way, Thamesmead, SE28.

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;

- 25 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

- 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

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

What you'll be doing;

- Driving to planned collection locations and loading recycling and domestic waste into the vehicle

- 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;

- Class 1 Driving License

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.