Driver

Job Description

Driver

Stockton-on-Tees based Full-Time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) Competitive Salary

Benefits Package:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and your birthday off!)
• Comprehensive Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Access to a Private GP and much more!

Ready to make a real difference – not just in your career, but for the planet?

As water technologies experts, we don't just offer jobs – we build careers with purpose. We're on a mission of Ecological Transformation, and we're looking for a dedicated Administrator to help us lead the charge.

Are you an organised, detail-oriented professional who thrives on keeping operations running smoothly? Do you enjoy being the go-to person for facilities, fleet management, and business administration?

Join Veolia Group, a global leader in environmental services operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specialising in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonisation, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your facilities and fleet management expertise, work across multiple sites, and make a meaningful contribution to smarter, more sustainable operations.

What will I be doing?

• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and ensuring the vehicle is maintained to a high standard.
• Maintain the vehicles equipment to a high standard and fit for purpose.
• Undertaking UK wide chemical deliveries (to include occasional over-night stays and weekend working) in a safe, efficient and precise manner.
• Collecting and removing empty IBCs and kegs from customer sites.
• Ensuring All loads are secured correctly and checked against documents in line with regulations prior to transit.
• Managing all transport related documentation to include MSDS and transport documents.
• Handling safe pump-overs of chemicals from IBCs to customer tanks.
• Liaising with customers and site contacts to ensure correct delivery methods.
• Completing day to day vehicle and equipment checks to include routine maintenance.
• Maintaining a high level of driving competence at all times and adhering to relevant legislation and regulations.
• Working to precise method statements and risk assessments.
• Takes all reasonable steps to ensure their own safety and that of others. Complies with all current legislation and any prevailing site rules. Reports any accidents, incidents or near misses in accordance with Company or client policies.

What you will bring to the role:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated & professional
• Ability to work using own initiative

Qualifications

Essential:

• English, Maths & IT GCSE or equivalent
• A valid HGV class 2 Driving License
• Holder of valid CPC driver qualification
• Holder of a valid tachograph digital card

Desirable:

• Google Suite and general IT system knowledge
• Holder of valid ADR qualification (Training can be provided)
• Dangerous Goods Handling Experience
• A valid FLT Training certificate

Additional Information

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being, work-life balance, and long-term security. You’ll enjoy 25 days of annual leave to recharge, while our enhanced pension scheme ensures a strong foundation for your future. 

We are partnered with a great benefits provider to offer you exclusive discounts and recognition programs. Maintain your eye health and stay protected with our eye care and flu vouchers. Take advantage of our wellbeing services, including 24/7 access to virtual GP consultations, and refer a friend to be in with a chance of being rewarded for helping us grow our teams with talented individuals.

That's not all… you also have the option to enrol in a range of flexible benefits, including Private Medical Insurance, Buy / Sell Annual Leave,  Group Income Protection, Dental and Travel Insurance. You can also opt for Group Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover for both you and your partner, for added peace of mind. And lastly you can take advantage of Personal Computer, Car Leasing and Cycle to Work Schemes to further enhance your lifestyle.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.