Trainee HGV Driver: Structured Training & Growth

U816 Veolia ES (UK) Limited; Hull and East Yorkshire; Presencial; GBP 34.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

22 days annual leave

Refer a driver £1000 bonus

Pension scheme access

Employee financial wellbeing support:

Discounts on groceries & retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Ongoing training and development

Descripción de la vacante

Veolia is hiring for a Trainee Driver role in Hull. You will begin with theory and practical training, shadow drivers, and complete the Driver Buddy milestones while preparing for Category C and DCPC certification.

The programme includes extensive on-the-job learning, safety checks, and compliance with transport regulations. After qualification, you will drive a range of HGV waste vehicles and contribute to sustainable waste management operations.

Formación

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of commencement.
• Must hold a valid, full UK Car Driving Licence (Category B).
• Must have already obtained an HGV Provisional Licence (Category C provisional entitlement added to DVLA licence following a successful D4 medical examination and D2 application) prior to joining.
• Must be physically fit and capable of active, manual work (manual handling, pushing/pulling heavy containers, cleaning, mounting/dismounting vehicle cabs).
• Good basic literacy and numeracy to pass DVLA theory tests, DCPC case studies, tachograph records, and safety briefings.
• Fully commit to the 16–20 week structured learning framework, including 11 days away for off-site training/exams and independent study.
• Agree to sign the Veolia Commercial Learning Agreement on entry via the Commercial Training Route.
• Desirable: Familiarity with online learning management systems and digital tablet devices.
• Desirable: Prior experience in waste management, recycling, logistics, warehousing, or transport operations.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out waste collection, loading, bin handling and general depot duties safely and efficiently.
• Complete all elements of Veolia's Trainee Driver Programme, including theory training, practical instruction, testing and driver shadowing.
• Work closely with experienced drivers and Driver Buddies, applying feedback and progressing through induction milestones.
• Conduct thorough pre-use checks on vehicles, compaction systems, tools and equipment, reporting defects.
• Learn and comply with transport legislation, including drivers' hours, tachograph requirements, working time rules and weight limits.
• Achieve the required Category C licence and Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC).
• Once qualified, safely operate a range of HGV waste vehicles (RCVs, FELs, RELs, Skip, RoRo).
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, workshop staff, loaders, planners and customers.
• Maintain authority to stop unsafe work, escalating concerns promptly.
• Represent Veolia professionally with reliable customer service and site safety compliance.
• Apply environmentally responsible practices (eco-driving, spill prevention, correct waste handling, vehicle cleanliness).
• Participate in regular progress reviews, wellbeing meetings and ongoing training to progress into the HGV Driver role.

Conocimientos

Physical fitness

Literacy & numeracy

Manual dexterity

UK driving licence

Descripción del empleo

Veolia is hiring for a Trainee Driver role in Hull. You will begin with theory and practical training, shadow drivers, and complete the Driver Buddy milestones while preparing for Category C and DCPC certification.

The programme includes extensive on-the-job learning, safety checks, and compliance with transport regulations. After qualification, you will drive a range of HGV waste vehicles and contribute to sustainable waste management operations.