LGV Driver/Operative

Veolia ES Nottinghamshire Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Employee discounts

Wellbeing resources

Training and development

Refer a driver £1000 bonus

22 days annual leave

Job summary

Veolia ES Nottinghamshire Limited is seeking a professional HGV driver for our Colwick site in Nottingham. You will operate within one of the UK’s largest vehicle fleets, collecting and transferring waste safely while keeping accurate records.

This role requires a Class 1 or Class 2 licence, up-to-date CPC and tachograph card, and a commitment to meeting safety and service standards daily.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (Cat C) licence.
• Up-to-date CPC and Tachograph card.

Responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection locations and move/empty multiple containers.
• Input data into onboard system and submit paperwork daily.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and comply with traffic laws.
• Ensure loads are weighed correctly and documentation is accurate.

Skills

HGV Licence (Class 1 or Class 2)

CPC

Tools

Digi Tachograph card

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: £37,591.75 plus Veolia benefitsHours: Average 48 hours per week, 4 on 2 off rota, Approx 6am - 4pmOvertime paid at 1.5Location: Colwick Transfer Station, Nottingham, NG4 2JUWhen 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.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 leaveRefer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000Access to our people’s pension schemeFree physiotherapy serviceDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailersAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need toOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialWhat you’ll be doing;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.Driving to planned collection locations and moving / emptying multiple commercial waste containersEnsuring all information is input into the onboard system and all paperwork is kept up to date and submitted dailyCompleting daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbookComplying with all traffic laws and legislation including and weight of loadsWhat we’re looking for;Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (Cat C) Licence are requiredUp to date CPCDigi/ Tachograph cardWhat’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.