HGV Driver – Waste Collection

About the role

Join Veolia’s growing fleet as a HGV driver responsible for collecting waste across Northampton. You will work 48 hours per week, starting at 4 am, and play a vital part in keeping local communities clean and sustainable.

Key responsibilities

• Drive to planned collection sites and empty multiple waste containers.
• Lift bins of all sizes and weights safely.
• Perform daily vehicle checks according to the driver operator handbook.
• Enter collection data into the onboard system and submit paperwork each day.
• Comply with traffic laws, load security and weight regulations.
• Ensure the carriageway is left clean and any spillages are promptly cleared.

Required profile

• Valid HGV Class 2 driving licence.
• Up‑to‑date CPC/Digi card.
• Can‑do attitude with strong time‑management skills.
• Team‑player mindset to ensure smooth collections.

Required skills

• HGV Class 2 licence operation.
• CPC/Digi card certification.

What we offer

• £39,835 per annum plus daily allowances.
• 22 days annual leave.
• Referral bonus up to £1,000.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free physiotherapy and employee financial wellbeing support.
• Discounts on groceries and major retailers.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.