Class 1 Tanker Driver - Vacuum & Waste Ops

Quest Waste Management; Kirkby-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Waste Management is seeking a Class 1 Tanker Driver/Operator to join our Kirkby in Ashfield team. You will operate vacuum tankers for safe collection, transport and disposal of liquid waste and sludge, with local and nationwide deliveries under driver hours rules.

You will perform pre-use checks, load/unload materials using pumping systems, maintain records, and work closely with dispatch to optimise routes while upholding safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Driver CPC and Tachograph Card are required.
• CSCS card or willingness to obtain one.
• Keen interest in drainage, waste management or related utilities sectors.
• Hands-on, outdoors in all weather conditions and able to work safely.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV Class 1 vacuum tankers for safe collection, transport and disposal of liquid waste and sludge.
• Carry out local and nationwide deliveries and collections, following routes and client schedules.
• Perform pre-use inspections and routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Safely load and unload materials using hoses, fittings, and pumping systems.
• Maintain accurate records of collections, deliveries and waste transfer documentation.
• Coordinate with dispatch and operations to optimize routes.
• Adhere to environmental, health and safety regulations at all times.
• Carry out tank cleaning and decontamination work as required.
• Represent Quest Waste Management professionally on client sites.
• Report incidents, defects, or near misses promptly to management.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are cleaned, maintained and presented to company standards.
• Support team members and assist with training and mentoring when required.
• Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by management.

Skills

Driving

Teamwork & communication

IT basics

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Quest Waste Management is seeking a Class 1 Tanker Driver/Operator to join our Kirkby in Ashfield team. You will operate vacuum tankers for safe collection, transport and disposal of liquid waste and sludge, with local and nationwide deliveries under driver hours rules.

You will perform pre-use checks, load/unload materials using pumping systems, maintain records, and work closely with dispatch to optimise routes while upholding safety and environmental regulations.