HGV Driver

Salary: £19.50  per hour, plus Veolia benefits

Hours:  40 hours per week (3:30am or 9am starts) 

Overtime available: Saturdays paid at time and a half, Sundays paid at double time

Location: Southwark, SE15 1AL

What we can offer you;

• 22 days of annual leave.
• 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.
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.

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 you'll be doing;

• Maintain and clean public areas including cleansing of streets, channels, footpaths, alleys, subways, under and around street furniture using equipment supplied.
• Perform duties in an efficient & effective manner that will ensure maximum productivity.
• To accurately complete appropriate forms/paperwork or electronic tablet allocated work.
• Comply with any site conditions ensuring Health & Safety procedures are followed and appropriate Veolia PPE is worn at all times.
• To work as part of a team or on your own.
• Report locations of any fly tipping, graffiti, fly posting as well as damaged/missing litter bins.
• Drivers and side hands are responsible for ensuring that at the end of the shift the vehicle cab is left clear of all litter, uniform and personal effects.
• Report any accidents that occur during your shift to the manager and all accident reports are completed before you leave work.
• Full training will be provided and will be working mainly outside in all weathers.

What we're looking for;

Essential:

• Class 2 Driving Licence
• An up-to-date CPC / DIGI card.
• Ability to work well as part of a team with clear communication skills.

Desirable:

• Local geographical knowledge is highly desirable, including experience of driving in the area.
• Experience in transport of waste. 

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.