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Loader / 3.5T Van Driver

Veolia
Recycling & Waste Management
Recycling & Waste Management
£27,000 - £30,000/Year
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Description

Location
Lynnbottom Household Waste Recycling Centre, Newport PO30 2PD - covering the Isle of Wight

Hours
40 hours per week - Monday to Friday 6:45am - 3:15pm (30 mins unpaid lunch)

Salary
£27,976.00 per annum plus Veolia benefits

About the Role
Join Veolia and help make a positive impact on the environment and local communities. This role is predominantly a loader position with occasional driving duties using a 3.5T van. Responsibilities include heavy lifting and manual handling of trade waste bins and containers, moving and repositioning heavy commercial bins and euro containers, and servicing commercial premises such as shops, businesses, and industrial sites. You will complete daily vehicle walkaround checks, report defects, and adhere to all road traffic legislation and company health & safety policies. Accurate record keeping, including driver defect reports and tachograph compliance, is essential. The role requires working outdoors in all weather conditions throughout the year.

What We Offer
- 24 days Annual Leave plus 1 lieu day for each bank holiday worked
- Driver medicals, licence renewals and training paid for
- Full uniform provided
- Access to our people’s pension scheme
- Free physiotherapy service
- Discounts on groceries and well-known retailers
- Support for physical, mental and financial health
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential

Requirements

Experience
Similar operational manual handling experience is required.

About You
You must hold a full standard car driving licence (category B). You should be physically fit to carry out heavy lifting and manual handling tasks. A responsible and safety-conscious attitude is essential, along with the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications
No formal qualifications are specified for this role, but relevant experience and a valid driving licence are essential.

Expiry date: 05/11/2026
Loader / 3.5T Van Driver
Company:
Veolia
Salary:
£27,000 - £30,000/Year
Job Type:
Job, Entry Level
Location:
London