LGV Class 2 Driver/Operative

Salary: £17.72 per hour plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 6am - 14:30pm Monday to Friday (30 minute unpaid lunch)

Plus bank holiday working

Location:Padworth, RG7 4JF

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.

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;

• 20 days of annual leave

• Full Cat C (Class 2) driver training if this category is not currently held

• Refer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000

• Access to our people’s pension scheme

• Free physiotherapy service

• 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

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

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.

• Drive and load various LGV vehicles on the Ancillary and Street Cleansing services, delivering excellent customer service to the residents of the area

• Thoroughly check your vehicle for condition and roadworthiness and complete the appropriate forms, reporting any issues immediately.

• Operate an electronic work allocation system to report quickly back to the office 

• Be flexible to drive vehicles and complete other tasks across several of the departments.

What we're looking for;

• Class 1 Licence and experience 

• 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.