Sweeper

Salary: £13.85 per hour, plus Veolia benefits and pension

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday: ​09.00 am to 17.30 pm  

Overtime: 1.5 x Saturday and 2 x Sundays

Location: London West End, Depot based SW1V 1DW

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. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. 

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;

-20 days of annual leave 

- Access to our company/people’s 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

- 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

- One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community 

- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Manual sweeping of streets and other areas (which can include footways, alleys, subways, under and around street furniture etc)

• Ensure that all Gully Grids are clear of any obstruction and that sweepings arising are not swept over or pushed down gully grids; such action may lead to disciplinary action

• Empty litters bins found within your beat, ensure that the liners are replaced properly, and collect sweepers bags from agreed to pick up points

• Utilise onboard technology in real time to record task confirmation and crew-related issues 

• Report locations of any graffiti, fly posting or damage/missing litter bins and waste containers to your Team Leader /Manager

• Check your vehicle for condition and roadworthiness and complete the appropriate forms

• Drive and operate any vehicle supplied by Veolia, having first received the relevant training

• Maintain a courteous and professional relationship with members of the public, clients, staff and colleagues

What we're looking for;

Essential

• Basic understanding of Health & Safety

• Ability to work well as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience working within Waste 

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.