HGV Driver Team Leader

Veolia UK•Camden, NJ

27d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

HGV Class 2 Licence
Valid CPC and Tacho Card
Experienced managing and leading a team.
Local Geographical knowledge
Experience in using waste management systems including, but not limited to, Echo
Experience working with local authority clients
Good IT Skills

Nice To Haves

Effective Communication skills
Prior experience working within waste management

Responsibilities

Drive a range of vehicles including 3.5T, 7.5T and Class 2 vehicles when required.
Ensure that the contractual obligations are completed in the required times as part of your daily duties.
Ensure all priority routes are completed as per contract and checked regularly throughout the day
Assist your Manager to ensure that the daily checking of vehicles, barrows and other equipment checks are completed at the commencement of each shift and that the appropriate forms are correctly completed
All employees are to be signed on and any reports relating to sickness, absenteeism or lateness are to be forwarded to the Manager
Ensure that all staff are given the appropriate worksheet, round/beat sheet and map relating to their specific daily tasks with any amendments or variations and that they fully understand these tasks
On completion of daily work, ensure Daily Log Sheets, used by you, are completed and forwarded to the Communications Room at the end of the shift to which they relate
Ensure that the Depots and areas are kept in a clean, tidy and safe state at all times
When required, deputise for your Manager - but any operational, disciplinary or financial matters are to be discussed with your Senior Manager before action is taken
Undertake daily contract monitoring surveys and assist with generating associated reports as necessary
On occasions you may be requested to carry out other duties not included in this job description.

Benefits

20 days of annual leave, increasing to 21 days after 2 years, and 25 days after 5 years service.
Access to our company pension scheme
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
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

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