Career Opportunities: Lgv Driver (44930)

Our People Are Our Greatest Resource
Salary: Competitive

Viridor is one of the UK’s leading recycling, renewable energy and waste management companies. We put waste into action, transforming it into high quality recyclables, raw materials and energy. This is an exciting time to work with us. We are at the forefront of the UK’s green economy and we use smart people and technology to deliver our vision, bringing people together to give the world’s resources new life.

We now have a fantastic opportunity for a driver to join our team in Bonnyrigg, working 50 hours a week, Monday to Friday. The vacancy involves working in the Highlands and being away from home for 4 nights, it also attracts overtime and an over night allowance.

Reporting to and following instructions from the Logistics Unit Manager, you will drive and operate vehicles and plant to the greatest profitability and efficiency in accordance with legal requirements, company policy and customer demands. You will also develop and maintain good relations with customers, contractors and staff through your positive and hard-working attitude.

Our ideal LGV Driver will have:

Good Geographic knowledge of the area services by the Logistics Unit.
Experience of driving LGV vehicles in a commercial environment
Thorough working knowledge of current legislation of LGV vehicles, including EU and WTD driver’s hours regulations.
Full driving licence.
Category C or C + E licences.
Driver CPC.
Excellent customer service skills.

At Viridor, we invest in our people to reward them for their hard work. That’s why we have a host of company benefits available to you when you join, including an enhanced pension scheme where we match up to 7% of your earnings, depending on how much you put in. We also offer free eye tests and safety eyewear where needed, as well as a whole range of cinema and retail discounts across stores, hotels and holidays. To keep you fit and healthy, you’ll have access to discounted gym memberships, a Cycle to Work scheme and our range of health plans with Simply Health. To protect your wellbeing, we also have a 24/7 employee helpline offering emotional support and advice.

To view the role profile, which outlines the person specification and full list of responsibilities, please click here.