HGV Driver/Operative

Class 2 HGV Driver/Operative

Salary: £18.55 hour plus additional Veolia benefits
Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday 05:30 am - 2:18 pm
Overtime Available *: Week days paid x1.5, Saturdays paid x1.5, Sundays paid x2.0
Location: Wembley HA0 1ES

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone.
With one of the largest growing fleets in the UK, our drivers are pivotal to delivering essential services. They work hard to serve their local communities and make a positive impact every day.
Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

● 25 days of annual leave.
● Access to our company/people’s pension scheme.
● Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers.
● Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to.
● 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household.
● One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community.
● Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.
● Stream - Employee financial well-being support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards.

What you'll be doing;
● Driving to planned collection locations and loading recycling and domestic waste into the vehicle
● Helping with loading/ sweeping and any operation required from the Street Department Operatives
● Complete daily checks of the vehicle and use the onboard technology to complete work notes
● Comply with all traffic laws and legislation and ensure their work environment is safe and clean at all times.
● Helping out loading bins & containers when required.
● Completing daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbook.
● Using onboard technology to complete work notes.
● Ensuring that the carriageway is left in a clean condition and any spillages are cleaned u

What we're looking for;

Essential:
- HGV Class 2 License
- An up-to-date CPC / DIGI card.

What’s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.