Driver/Operative

About the role

We are looking for a reliable Driver/Operative to join Veolia’s waste collection fleet in the Avonmouth area of Bristol. You will be responsible for transporting and emptying commercial waste containers while ensuring safety and compliance with all regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Drive to scheduled collection points and empty multiple commercial waste containers.
• Enter all route and collection data into the onboard system and submit required paperwork daily.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle checks in line with the driver operator handbook.
• Comply with traffic laws, load weight limits and health‑safety standards.
• Maintain a clean carriageway, cleaning any spillages immediately.

Required profile

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence.
• Current CPC Digi/Tachograph card.
• Ability to work 48 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 04:00‑14:30 and occasional Saturday rota.
• Good communication and record‑keeping skills.

Required skills

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence operation.
• Use of digital CPC and tachograph equipment.

What we offer

• £43,023 per annum salary plus daily meal allowance and route‑dependent allowance.
• 22‑25 days annual leave, pension scheme and £1,000 referral bonus.
• Free physiotherapy, financial wellbeing support and employee discounts.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.