Job Req ID:  5139
Date:  Nov 24, 2025
Tradebe Site:  Tradebe Swindon
Location: 

Swindon, SWD, GB

Department:  Transportation
Business Line:  Environmental Services & Global Functions

Van Driver

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Discover Tradebe

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses with the commitment of creating a more sustainable planet and making significant contributions to human wellbeing. In the UK, we are leaders focused on recycling, energy recovery and circular economy, managing all different environmental liabilities in a sustainable way.

What will you do? Make an impact!

Tradebe is looking for a Van Driver to join the team at our Swindon site. You will be responsible for the collection of clinical waste from customer sites such as acute hospitals and transfer stations. 

 

  • Safely collect customer waste and operate vehicles in line with road, site, and ADR regulations.

  • Complete all required paperwork and use PDA systems for each collection.

  • Carry out pre- and post-shift vehicle checks, reporting defects or near misses promptly.

  • Maintain a clean, tidy, and correctly loaded vehicle at all times.

  • Communicate any issues or delays during the shift and take part in briefs/meetings.

  • Work professionally alongside team members, follow all site rules, and wear the required PPE and uniform.

Do you have what it takes?

Other Essential Skills:
Communication skills
Customer relations
Experience of driving a 3.5t or larger vehicle

 

Desirable Skills:
ADR qualified (training can be given)
Experience in handling Waste (Clinical & Hazardous desirable)
Use of handheld devises i.e., PDA

 

Knowledge:
Good knowledge Road Traffic Laws
Knowledge of the UK road network
Knowledge of NHS contracts (desirable)
Good knowledge of the waste industry (Clinical & Hazardous waste desirable).

What’s in for you?

  •  £26,983.91 + Quarterly Bonus
  • - 6% Contributory Pension   
  • - Flexible benefits (access to our benefits platform for discounts and cash back on shopping purchases, gyms and leisure activities, cycle to work scheme and dedicated wellbeing centre)  

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

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