Trainee HGV Driver — Training & Career Progression

Veolia ES (UK); Norwich; Presencial; GBP 34.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual leave 22 days

Refer a driver bonus

Pension scheme

Financial wellbeing support

Discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Veolia ES (UK) in Norwich is seeking a Trainee Driver to join our depot team. You will engage in a structured driver programme with theory training, practical instruction, and driver shadowing, progressing through induction milestones.

You will work alongside experienced drivers, perform vehicle checks, and learn transport regulations. The role leads to operating HGV waste vehicles while delivering reliable customer service and maintaining safety standards.

Formación

• Must be at least 18 years old 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 after D4 medical and D2).
• Must be physically fit and capable of active manual work (including manual handling, moving heavy containers, cleaning, and cab mounting/dismounting).
• Good basic literacy and numeracy to pass DVLA theory tests and safety briefings.
• Full commitment to completing the 16–20 week structured learning framework, including off-site training/exams.
• Agreement to sign the Veolia Commercial Learning Agreement when entering via the Commercial Training Route.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out waste collection, loading, bin handling and depot duties safely and efficiently.
• Participate in Veolia's Trainee Driver Programme: theory training, practical instruction, testing, and driver shadowing.
• Work with experienced drivers and Driver Buddies, applying feedback and progressing through induction milestones.
• Conduct thorough pre-use checks on vehicles and equipment, reporting defects promptly.
• Learn and comply with transport legislation, including drivers' hours, tachograph requirements and working time rules.
• Aim to achieve Category C licence and Driver CPC (DCPC).
• Upon qualification, operate a range of HGV waste vehicles and communicate effectively with colleagues and customers.

Conocimientos

Literacy & Numeracy

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Procedure compliance

Physical fitness

Descripción del empleo

Veolia ES (UK) in Norwich is seeking a Trainee Driver to join our depot team. You will engage in a structured driver programme with theory training, practical instruction, and driver shadowing, progressing through induction milestones.

You will work alongside experienced drivers, perform vehicle checks, and learn transport regulations. The role leads to operating HGV waste vehicles while delivering reliable customer service and maintaining safety standards.