Trainee HGV Driver: Training to Full Licence - Nationwide

Veolia; Telford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Refer a driver bonus £1000

Accessible pension scheme

Financial well-being support (Stream)

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health, wellbeing and training support

Job summary

Veolia is hiring a Trainee Driver in the UK to join a structured learning programme that leads to a Category C licence and Driver CPC. You’ll gain hands-on experience, work with senior drivers, and complete theory and practical assessments.

The role demands physical fitness, a full UK driving licence (Category B) and commitment to a 16–20 week training plan, with progression through milestones and ongoing safety training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must hold a valid, full UK Car Driving Licence (Category B).
• Must have already obtained an HGV Provisional Licence (Category C provisional entitlement) prior to joining.
• Must be physically fit and capable of active, manual work.
• Good basic literacy and numeracy skills to pass DVLA tests and safety briefings.
• Commitment to completing the 16–20 week structured learning framework.
• Agreement to sign the Veolia Commercial Learning Agreement.

Responsibilities

• Carry out waste collection, loading, bin handling and depot duties safely and efficiently.
• Complete all elements of Veolia’s Trainee Driver Programme, including training and shadowing.
• Work with experienced drivers and Driver Buddies, progressing through induction milestones.
• Conduct pre-use checks on vehicles and equipment and report defects.
• Learn transport legislation, hours, tachograph, and weight limits.
• Achieve Category C licence and Driver CPC.
• Operate a range of HGV waste vehicles once qualified.
• Communicate with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.
• Escalate safety concerns and stop work if unsafe.

Skills

Manual handling

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

DVLA theory tests

Team safety awareness

Education

HGV Provisional Licence (Category C)

Tools

LMS familiarity

Digital tablets

Job description

Veolia is hiring a Trainee Driver in the UK to join a structured learning programme that leads to a Category C licence and Driver CPC. You’ll gain hands-on experience, work with senior drivers, and complete theory and practical assessments.

The role demands physical fitness, a full UK driving licence (Category B) and commitment to a 16–20 week training plan, with progression through milestones and ongoing safety training.