Utility Driver

Enva Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Company pension

Enhanced family-friendly policies

EAP

Bike2Work

Free on-site parking

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Job summary

Enva is seeking a flexible, experienced Utility Driver to join our Transport team in Colwick, Nottingham. The role involves operating LGV vehicles, completing pre-start inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

You will maintain loads, complete waste transfer paperwork, and deliver strong customer service while upholding a high standard of safety and professionalism across daily duties.

Qualifications

• LGV (Class 2) licence is essential.
• Driver CPC is essential.
• Strong understanding of HGV operation and vehicle safety.
• Health & safety compliance mindset.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing workloads.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of LGV vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Carry out daily pre-start inspections and report issues promptly.
• Comply with road transport laws, company procedures and safety rules.
• Inspect waste and complete transfer documentation per Duty of Care.
• Ensure loads are secure and waste sites are correctly permitted.
• Keep cab and vehicle clean and presentable.
• Deliver excellent customer service and stay professional.
• Participate in end-of-shift debriefs and suggest route/service improvements.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture and seek continuous improvement.

Skills

LGV Class 2

CPC

Vehicle safety

Health & safety

Independent work

Waste collection experience

Basic vehicle maintenance

Customer focus

Job description

Utility Driver

Department: Transport

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Colwick

Description

Enva is a leading provider of recycling and resource recovery solutions, helping businesses and communities across the UK manage their waste responsibly. Our Recycling England division is looking for a flexible, experienced, and safety-conscious Utility Driver to join our Transport team in Nottingham.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of LGV vehicles safely and efficiently, adapting to changing daily schedules.
• Complete daily pre-start vehicle inspections and report defects, breakdowns, accidents, or incidents promptly.
• Ensure full compliance with road transport legislation, company procedures, and health & safety requirements.
• Inspect waste and complete waste transfer documentation in line with Duty of Care regulations.
• Ensure loads are secure for transport and skips are correctly permitted, lit, and coned when placed on the highway.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the driving cab and vehicle.
• Deliver excellent customer service and act professionally at all times.
• Participate in end-of-shift driver debriefs, highlighting safety issues, defects, and route or service improvements.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• LGV (Class 2) licence.
• Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
• Strong understanding of HGV operation and vehicle safety.
• Health & safety and compliance-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and adapt to changing workloads.

Desirable:

• Previous experience operating waste collection vehicles (REL, FEL, Skip, RoRo, Tippers or Grab).
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Strong communication skills and customer-focused approach.

Why Work For Enva?

Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.

Examples of Company Benefits:

• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• Competitive holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Lifestyle & leisure discounts (gym, cinema, shopping, and more).
• Employee life insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme.