Waste & Recycling Driver – Early Start, Community Impact

Veolia Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days leave

Refer a driver bonus

Free physiotherapy

Financial wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a driver based in Rochester to operate a range of waste collection vehicles and support routes across multiple modes. The role involves daily vehicle checks, accurate data entry into the onboard system, and strict adherence to traffic laws and load weights.

The package includes an OTE up to £53,023.22 per year, with a base of £44,744.15 plus benefits, a daily meal allowance, and 22 days of annual leave. Flexibility with start times and weekend roster may apply.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class 2 (Cat C) licence.
• CPC Digi/Tachograph card up to date.
• Ability to route work.
• Experience in waste management or logistics desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of vehicles: RCV, RORO, SKIP, Front End Loader & Tail lift.
• Learn at least 3 RCV routes and another vehicle mode.
• Complete daily checks per driver operator handbook.
• Input information into onboard system and keep paperwork up to date.
• Comply with traffic laws and weight of loads.

Skills

Route planning

Driving skills

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Education

Class 2 (Cat C) licence

CPC Digi/Tachograph card

Job description

Veolia is seeking a driver based in Rochester to operate a range of waste collection vehicles and support routes across multiple modes. The role involves daily vehicle checks, accurate data entry into the onboard system, and strict adherence to traffic laws and load weights.

The package includes an OTE up to £53,023.22 per year, with a base of £44,744.15 plus benefits, a daily meal allowance, and 22 days of annual leave. Flexibility with start times and weekend roster may apply.