LGV Driver Days - Colchester-2

LGV Driver Days

Location: Colchester

£19.96​ per hour depending on skills as you progress with us + overtime available - In addition you will be eligible for a fuel and performance bonus.

Working Pattern: You will be working a rotating day shift with a set shift pattern over a 3-week period. You will be working an average 12-hour shift plus statutory breaks and be part of a standby rota

Permanent , Full time - Please note this role involves approximately 4-5am start times.

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Join Our Team as an LGV Driver in Operational Logistics!

Are you looking for more than just a driving job? Ready to make a difference to the environment? At Anglian Water we’re not just about getting from A to B. We’re about shaping and maintaining the communities around us ensuring the safe transportation of waste products from our operational sites. If you’re someone who enjoys variety, doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty, and wants to play an active role in protecting the environment, we want to hear from you!

What does it take to be a LGV Driver?

• •Valid LGV driver's license with relevant endorsements-Class 1 Driving Licence ( C & E)
• •Fully completed CPC
• •A hands-on attitude: You’re not afraid to get your hands dirty and enjoy physical work.
• •Reliable and Safe: A solid driving record with the ability to safely operate a variety of vehicles.( Training will be provided , if applicable)
• •A Team Player: You’ll work closely with your team and others , and sometimes work independently, so being flexible and adaptable is key.
• •Environmentally Conscious: A passion for sustainability and waste management will go a long way in this role.
• •Customer Focused: You’ll encounter different people on your route, so good communication and a polite attitude are essential.

Key duties will include:

• •Safely transport waste products between operational sites, adhering to all Health & Safety procedures
• •Collaborate closely with the central Operational Logistics (WROL) office teams, as well as local site managers and operators.
• •Maintain compliance with Anglian Water's standards by delivering sewage-related by-products to various destinations, including sewage treatment works, farmers' fields, energy generation centres, and the sewerage network.
• •In this role you must be able to work at height without restrictions and you will be expected to complete relevant occupational health checks including maintaining three points of contact when on a ladder .
• •This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing as part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance. Candidates must be willing to undergo testing prior to employment and may be subject to random testing throughout their employment.
• •Physical Work: Prepare to roll up your sleeves! You’ll be required to carry out manual tasks, including lifting and sorting waste materials, ensuring everything is disposed of or recycled in the correct manner.
• •Environmentally Minded: Help us make a difference to the environment by promoting sustainable practices on every job.
• •Customer Interaction: Maintain a friendly, professional attitude when interacting with customers and the public.

We invest in our people - as a valued employee, you’ll be entitled to:

• •Personal private health care
• •Generous double match pension – contribute 7% and Anglian Water will contribute 14%, giving a total contribution of 21%
• •24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household
• •26 days annual leave – rising with length of service and the ability to buy more
• •Life assurance (up to 8 x salary)
• •Personal accident cover (up to 5 x salary)
• •Excellent family friendly policies, such as 26 weeks full pay for maternity / adoption leave, as well as 4 weeks paid paternity / partner leave. Opportunity for shared parental pay
• •Bonus scheme
• •Flexible benefits and working culture to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.

Why Anglian Water?

Here at Anglian Water, we are one of the leading providers of water and water recycling services in the UK and our organisation is an industry benchmark for quality and customer service. But what makes us unique is our commitment to providing the development people need to make a real difference. Our career opportunities provide on-going learning and professional development within a challenging work environment, which provides a vital service for our customers.

Inclusion at Anglian Water

Join us and make a difference. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and we think our workplace should reflect that. We are committed to making sure all our colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. Together with our fellow water companies, we are committed to the Social Mobility Pledge; we are also a signatory to Business in the Community’s Race at Work charter; we hold the Armed Forces Gold Covenant for Employers; we are an accredited Disability Confident employer, and we play a leading part in the Women’s Utility Network.

If you're ready to make a difference and drive positive change in our operational logistics, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become a vital part of Anglian Water's mission to deliver essential services while safeguarding the environment.

Closing date: 12th October 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 19th October onwards

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