Driver​/Loader

Overview

As a Driver / Loader at FCC Environment, you will carry out waste and recycling collections across the district, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality service delivery. You’ll work as part of a team, operating as either a driver or loader, depending on daily needs.

Our Promise to You

• 20 days’ annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training and progression
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership, and more
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

• Work safely and follow all procedures and instructions
• Use correct PPE and equipment, reporting hazards or unsafe conditions
• Secure unattended vehicles/equipment and support energy-efficient practices
• Drive refuse/recycling vehicles (up to 26T) and complete daily vehicle checks
• Collect waste and recycling as part of a crew
• Lead loaders at tipping points and ensure Health & Safety compliance
• Manage paperwork, assisted collection reports and incidents
• Support depot cleaning and general duties when required

• Valid Cat C or 7.5T licence and digital tachograph card
• Completed 35 hours of Driver CPC
• Ability to communicate clearly and lead a small team
• Strong focus on safety, accuracy and customer service
• Understanding of safe working practices and compliance

• Reliable and trustworthy
• Courteous with the public and able to follow clear instructions
• Able to use initiative and work as both driver and loader
• Local knowledge beneficial (not essential)

We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

Operating over 200 facilities across the UK, and employing around 4,200 people, we’re on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

So, if you want to advance your career as a Driver / Loader, please apply via the button shown.