Van Driver/Loader
5 days ago
Croydon
Van Driver / Loader\n\nSalary: £28,080.00 per annum plus Veolia benefits\n\nHours: 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, Monday - Friday, 4am start time\n\nLocation: Croydon, CR0 4XB\n\nWhen 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.\nWith 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.\n\nWhat we can offer you;\n\n22 days of annual leave, increasing 1 day per year to 25 after a qualifying period\nRefer a driver to us once you've joined and earn £1000\nAccess to our people's pension scheme\nFree physiotherapy service\nDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers\nAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to\nOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential\nWhat you'll be doing;\n\nDriving company vans safely and professionally in line with road traffic legislation and company procedures\nCarrying out daily vehicle walk around checks and reporting defects\nCollecting commercial waste and recycling from customer premises\nLoading and unloading waste containers safely and efficiently\nEnsuring all collections are completed on time and in line with service schedules\nUsing in-cab technology and mobile devices to complete route information and report issues\nReporting contaminated bins, missed collections, access issues or customer concerns\nMaintaining a high standard of health & safety at all times\nDelivering excellent customer service and representing the business professionally\nSupporting depot operations and assisting other crews when required\nKeeping vehicles and work areas clean and tidy\nWhat we're looking for\n\nEssential:\n\nFull UK driving licence\nAbility to work outdoors in all weather conditions\nGood communication and teamwork skills\nStrong awareness of health & safety\nReliable, punctual and hardworking attitude\nAbility to carry out manual handling tasks\nDesirable:\n\nPrevious experience in waste collections, logistics or driving roles\nExperience using handheld devices or route management systems\nKnowledge of commercial waste and recycling streams\nVan driving experience in busy urban environments\nWhat's next?\n\nApply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.\n\nWe'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. \n\nWe'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. \n\nWe'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.\n\nIf you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.\n\nWhat's next?\n\nApply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.\n\nWe'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. \n\nWe'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. \n\nWe'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