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HGV Technician

Veolia
Pay £47673/annum
Location London, BR2 9RB
Contract time Full time, permanent

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6.5

Rated 6.5 out of 10, based on 436 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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  • People enjoy this job
  • Respectful managers
  • Proper breaks

About Veolia

Veolia is a waste management company for businesses.

Job description from Veolia

HGV Technician

Salary: Up to £22.43p/h plus Veolia benefits and pension
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Bromley, BR2 9RB

Join us today and you will be eligible for a sign-on and retention bonus of £3,000

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. As a HGV Technician at Veolia no two days are the same, with over 100 types of vehicles within our fleet. Your role is pivotal, ensuring that we can continue to deliver our service across the UK.

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.

What we can offer you;

25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
Access to our people's pension scheme
Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
Free physiotherapy service
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
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
Stream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards.What you'll be doing;

You will be responsible for the day to day service, MOT preparation and repairs of our HGV's.
You will keep our HGV's safely on the road, so our street side operatives can carry out their duties for our millions of customers.
Responsible for carrying out routine vehicle inspections, routine maintenance, fault finding and repairs to ensure our fleet is reliable, available and safe.
Repair and maintain the Veolia Fleet, 3rd party vehicles and plant in accordance with manufacturer and industry standards.
Ensure that all necessary paperwork, and time sheets are completed accurately.
Attend roadside breakdowns when required.What we're looking for;

Previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter/Technician ideally with an NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Qualification or equivalent.
Hold a HGV driving licence.If you are a skilled or semi-skilled Technician we'd still love to hear from you. We can provide upskilling and develop you further once you've started with us.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

Job insights from Breakroom

Vehicle mechanics and technicians

Vehicle mechanics repair and service cars, vans and other vehicles

What you’ll do as a vehicle mechanic and technician:

  • Drive vehicles
  • Maintenance of vehicles and tools
  • Understand mechanics and engineering
  • Responsible for health and safety
  • Ability to repair and replace parts needed

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Driving
  • Physical activities
  • Heavy lifting
  • Wearing a uniform

Map

London, BR2 9RB

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What employees say

Pay

    Okay
  • Only some people are paid market rates

    Do Veolia pay technicians market rates?

    Only some people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    60% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get paid breaks

    Do technicians at Veolia get paid breaks?

    Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    60% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    A good job should have paid breaks.

    You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

Hours and flexibility

    Good
  • Easy to book holiday

    How easy is it for technicians to book a holiday at Veolia?

    Most people find it easy to book holiday.

    How we know this

    100% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people feel treated with respect

    Do technicians at Veolia feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.

  • Good
  • Most people get proper breaks

    Do technicians at Veolia get proper breaks?

    Most people get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    80% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do technicians at Veolia recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    60% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get enough training

    Do technicians get enough training when they start at Veolia?

    Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    40% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.

    This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.

    It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get support to progress

    Are technicians given support to progress at Veolia?

    Only some people are given support to progress here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 60% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.

    This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.

  • Needs improving
  • Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening

    Do technicians think Veolia head office understands what's happening where they work?

    Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    100% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.

    To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t feel well informed by head office

    Do technicians feel well informed about how Veolia is doing?

    Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    80% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and October 2025.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

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What Veolia employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    The hours are good

    Worst thing

    Not enough money

    8.7

    Driver at Veolia, February 2026

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  • Best thing

    Good hours
    Downtime
    Left on your own

    Worst thing

    Hazardous waste
    No proper ppe
    Lots of exposure

    6.8

    Employee at Veolia, July 2025

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  • Best thing

    The best thing is that is a morning job.And sometimes if you do a job for 2 people you leave early like 12:30

    Worst thing

    The worst things are that for some people there will not be nothing,but for friends and spy everything.Managers and team leaders are pushing a way too much than needed ,only the job to be done.

    5.5

    Street cleansing at Veolia, May 2025

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  • Best thing

    Finnish early and I'm outside in the fresh air

    Worst thing

    Being in the rain the water proofs they give you are useless

    7.3

    Refuse loader at Veolia, August 2024

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  • Best thing

    Being out and about on the street, keeping fit etc.

    Worst thing

    The abuse from the public, the work load, moaning staff members, the pay.

    6.2

    Loader at Veolia, April 2023

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  • Best thing

    Sick pay, no pressure

    Worst thing

    Management

    6.2

    HGV driver at Veolia, September 2022

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  • Best thing

    long hours means more money

    Worst thing

    smell, noise, boring, intensive

    5.0

    Warehouse operative at Veolia, August 2022

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  • Best thing

    Keeps you fit

    Worst thing

    Getting wet and cold in the winter

    5.5

    HGV driver at Veolia, April 2021

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  • Best thing

    Pay and hours

    Worst thing

    Managers and residents

    7.8

    HGV driver at Veolia, December 2020

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  • Best thing

    Long contract. Close to home

    Worst thing

    Inconsistency. To many disciplinerys

    5.5

    HGV driver at Veolia, August 2020

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