HGV Apprentice
Salary: £10.60 per hour plus Veolia benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Veolia Stubbs Mead Depot, Factory Ln, Croydon CR0 3RL
Programme Duration: up to 36 months
Candidate shortlisting will take place during the week commencing 17th - 24th March, with assessment days scheduled between the week commencing 31st March - 7th April.
Veolia is committed to helping the world take better care of its resources and creating a more sustainable future for all.
This apprenticeship programme places individuals at the forefront of Ecological Transformation, supporting Veolia’s purpose of protecting the planet’s natural resources while positively impacting the communities it serves.
At Veolia, every colleague plays a part in working alongside communities, looking after the environment in both small and significant ways, and contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
What Veolia Offers:
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Access to the company/people’s pension scheme
Discounts on groceries and well-known retailers
One paid day of leave per year to volunteer and support the community
Access to a range of resources supporting physical, mental, and financial health
24-hour virtual GP access, available 365 days a year for employees and household members
Ongoing training and development opportunities to support career progression
Key Responsibilities:
- Carrying out inspections and maintenance on a variety of HGV vehicles, primarily refuse collection vehicles, to DVSA standards
- Servicing vehicles in line with OEM recommendations
- Conducting diagnostics on various systems to accurately identify faults before carrying out repairs
- Ensuring all paperwork is completed correctly and in compliance with legal requirements
Next steps:
Before further consideration, candidates must complete a short, gamified assessment. Successful candidates will then be invited to a virtual assessment day followed by a site visit.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment, as applications may close early if a high volume of submissions is received.
Commitment to Inclusion:
Veolia is proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being recognised as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for individuals aged 55+.
As an equal opportunities employer, Veolia is fully committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual can be their authentic self. All applications that meet the minimum requirements will be considered, regardless of age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality, or veteran status.
If any reasonable adjustments are required during the application or interview process, candidates are encouraged to reach out for support.