Driver / Operative

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc

Driver / Operative

£38675

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc, Northampton

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

, 12 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 79b489d667174196b10f8e77bffb88ff

Full Job Description

  • Driving a Class 1 vehicle, working within a team to deliver a high standard of service to the residents of Northampton

  • Ensuring the health and safety of all members of the public, visitors, staff and contractors at the site

  • Ensuring that materials on site are recycled as much as possible

  • Assisting the public, providing information, guidance and help to carry their waste and recycling when required and if safe to do so

  • Attending any training deemed necessary for the role, We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.


  • We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

  • Cat C+E (Class 1 licence)

  • Driver CPC

  • Ability to communicate effectively within a team and with the general public

  • It would be desirable if you have experience as a recycling operative

    Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.


  • We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row!

    This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

    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.

    Salary: 38,675.58 per annum plus Veolia benefits

    Meal allowance of 5.00 per day

    Single person allowance - Earn an extra 38.80 daily when you complete over 110 bins

    Hours: Full time, 48 hours per week, Monday-Friday. 06:00am Starts with occasional Saturdays on a 10-week rota pattern. Flexible start times are essential.

    Location: Edgar Mobbs Way, Northampton, NN5 5JE

    When 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.

    With 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.

    What we can offer you

  • 22 days of annual leave

  • Refer a driver to us once you've joined and earn 1000

  • Access to our people's pension scheme

  • Free physiotherapy service

  • Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

  • Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential


  • What you'll be doing