truck driver Croydon, England
Job description
Giving our people the chance to progress is key which is why we’re now offering the opportunity to learn and develop with us. Starting with us as a Loader, collecting residential waste, we’ll fund your training to become a qualified HGV driver.
Salary: £11.57 per hour (AM Shift) ; £12.93 per hour for (PM Shift) - Increasing once qualified, plus Veolia benefits
Hours: 6 am - 3 pm AM shift; 2 pm -10 PM Shift, 40 hours per week
Location: Croydon
Whilst a physically demanding role, you won’t be doing this alone. As part of a tight knit team you’ll be working alongside colleagues to make a positive impact everyday, working in all weathers within your community to make a difference.
You’ll progress through our trainee driver programme which includes obtaining a HGV medical and licence, theory sessions, self study and practical driver training days, all with our support throughout the process.
As you progress through the programme, your pay does too. Once you’ve passed and become qualified you’ll take on your new role as a HGV Class 2 Driver.
We’re strong believers in continuous development and we’ll encourage you to keep progressing with learning and development opportunities that will allow you to grow your career. With us, you can reach your full potential and build a career where you’ll make an impact on your local community.
Benefits we can offer you?
- Free onsite parking, good transport links.
- A dedicated trainee driver development programme with clear pay progression.
- Refer a driver to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000.
- Access to join our People’s Pension scheme.
- Free physiotherapy service provided by Back In Action.
- Discounts on everything from groceries to gym memberships.
- Mental health and financial support, so you can lean on us whenever you need to.
- Support with training and development opportunities to allow you to grow with us.
- Free CPC renewals.
What will you be doing, while training?
- Collecting domestic waste from planned locations.
- Loading bins / waste onto vehicles.
- Learning from the driver within the team.
What will you be doing once qualified?
- Driving to planned collection locations and loading refuse into trucks.
- Supporting your crew with loading duties.
- Once qualified you would be completing daily checks of the vehicle as per our driver operator handbook.
- Using onboard technology to complete work notes.
- Once qualified you would be complying with all traffic laws and legislation including security and weight of loads.
What are we looking for?
- A valid car driving licence
- A can-do attitude and good time-management skills.
- Being a team player is key to ensuring our collections run smoothly.
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £11.57 per hour
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- In a few sentences please explain, why have you applied for this job?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: JR9002
