Driver/ Operative

U816 Veolia ES (UK) Limited

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Gerrards Cross Commercial Until 9/30/2026 First posted August 1, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026
Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Driver/Operative 

Salary: £43,023.22 per annum plus Veolia benefits
£5.00 daily meal allowance
Enhanced allowances are available for night shifts and single person routes where eligibility criteria are met

Hours: 48 Hours per week, start times between 2am - 4am  Finishing times may vary on occasion, so some flexibility is required. Work is Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work required.

Location: Gerrards Cross, SL9 8TE

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;

  • 20 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

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


What you’ll be doing;

  • Driving to planned collection locations and moving and emptying multiple waste containers.

  • Lifting bins of all weights and sizes

  • Completing daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbook

  • Ensuring all information is input into the onboard system and all paperwork is kept up to date and submitted daily

  • Complying with all traffic laws and legislation including security and weight of loads

  • Ensuring that the carriageway is left in a clean condition and any spillages are cleaned up


What we’re looking for;


Essential

  • Class 2 (Cat C) licence

  • Up to date CPC

  • Digi / Tachograph Card


​Desirable

  • Roro, Skip and Dustcart experience would be a distinct advantage

  • Experience in Waste Management
     

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.

About this role

Summary

Drive and operate waste collection vehicles, perform checks, and ensure safety and cleanliness.

Job title

Driver/ Operative

Experience level

none

Industry

waste management

Location requirements

Gerrards Cross, onsite work only, no remote work.

Salary

£43k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Class 2 (Cat C) licenseCPCDigi / Tachograph Card

Preferred skills

Roro experienceSkip experienceDustcart experiencewaste management

Specializations

drivingwaste managementvehicle checksloadingcollection
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Gerrards Cross, UK

On-site City