Operational Team - Loader (Apprentice Urban Driver - HGV)

Jersey Electricity Plc; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is looking for an enthusiastic Loader (Apprentice Urban Driver) to join their team in Welwyn Garden City. In this full-time role, you'll earn while gaining a Level 2 Urban Driver Apprenticeship and support the delivery of waste services. Ideal candidates should be 18+, have a manual driving licence, and a passion for learning. Enjoy competitive pay, training, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days' annual leave

Pension scheme

On-the-job training

Recognition scheme

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old and hold a valid UK driving licence (Category B).
• No explicit requirement for GCSEs, but might be needed for intermediate level.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and reliable performance.

Responsibilities

• Collect various waste streams from households and businesses.
• Load recycling and waste into collection vehicles.
• Participate in the Level 2 Urban Driver Apprenticeship.

Skills

Manual driving licence

Passion for learning

Strong work ethic

Education

Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths (optional)

Job description

Looking to gain a free HGV Licence while earning and learning at the same time? Then look no further — start your career with an apprenticeship here at FCC.

Right now, we are looking for enthusiastic candidates (aged 18+) with a manual driving licence, a passion for learning, and the drive to succeed.

Sounds like you? Then join our operational team in a role that is guaranteed to take you places.

Operational Team - Loader (Apprentice Urban Driver - HGV)

Salary – £12.31 per hour
Hours – This is a full-time role with work patterns to be confirmed on appointment
Location – FCC Environment, Tewin Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1BD

As a Loader (Apprentice Urban Driver) at FCC Environment, you will support the delivery of household waste and recycling services while working towards a nationally recognised Level 2 Urban Driver Apprenticeship. You’ll receive structured off-the-job training alongside your daily duties to help develop your knowledge, skills, and behaviours to operate safely and effectively in a driving role.

Once you have completed your apprenticeship, and in your role as Operational Team – Loader, you will have opportunities to provide HGV driver cover for your team and of course be considered first for any full-time driver opportunities as they arise. Entry onto the Urban Driver Level 2 Apprenticeship is subject to demonstrating a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and reliable performance in your role as an Operational Team - Loader.

Our promise to you

- Competitive salary
- 20 days’ annual leave (full-time working)
- Pension scheme
- On-the-job training and career progression
- Off-the-job training provided as part of the Urban Driver Apprenticeship
- Recognition scheme
- Refer a friend
- Flexible benefits including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, holiday purchase and more (Where applicable)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

- Collecting various waste streams (including food, glass, plastic, cans, paper and card) from households and businesses
- Loading recycling and waste into collection vehicles
- Participating in the Level 2 Urban Driver Apprenticeship, including 20% off-the-job learning (e.g., theory sessions, e-learning, workshops)
- Attending all scheduled apprenticeship sessions and assessments
- Demonstrating safe working practices and high standards of health and safety
- Maintaining cleanliness and supporting depot operations when required
- Developing the skills and knowledge to eventually drive up to a 26-tonne vehicle (subject to business needs and role availability)
- Always following company policies and procedures

Key elements of the Urban Driver Level 2 Apprenticeship:

- Duration: Typically, 12-18 months
- Learning content includes:
- Vehicle checks and defect reporting
- Safe and fuel-efficient driving techniques
- Understanding waste collection routes and schedules
- Health, safety and environmental procedures
- Customer service and teamwork
- Assessment: End-point assessment to demonstrate competence
- Progression: Potential to apply for a Driver role when available, depending on performance, availability, and business need

For the Urban Driver apprenticeship, you need to be at least 18 years old and hold a valid UK driving licence (Category B, i.e., car licence).

Under 19s

While GCSEs in English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications, are not explicitly required for entry, they might be needed for the intermediate apprenticeship level. Functional Skills Level 2 is often accepted as an alternative to GCSEs.

The Urban Driver apprenticeship is a Level 2 program focused on training individuals to transport goods by road in urban environments, adhering to specific quality and time standards. It incorporates functional skills like English and Maths, often delivered alongside the apprenticeship or as a prerequisite. The apprenticeship combines practical on-the-job training with off-the-job learning, preparing apprentices for roles like Customer Delivery Driver or Delivery Drive

Those over 19 can opt out of the functional skills requirement.

About Us

We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise the amount of waste sent to landfill by transforming it into valuable resources.

Operating over 200 facilities in England, Scotland and Wales, we employ around 4,200 people.

With the waste management sector gaining momentum in tackling climate change, we’re seeking driven individuals to help make a difference. We need people with ideas. We need you.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

How to apply

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