Class 2 Driver

Streamline Services Consultancy Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Recruitment in Cardiff is recruiting a Class 2 driver to operate a 32-tonne jet vac for a leading environmental waste management company. You will work alongside an experienced tanker operative who will support you with on-site duties and equipment operation.

The role offers full-time work with training and development opportunities, paid at £19 per hour (Ltd or Umbrella, IR35 exempt). CSCS/EUSR credentials are beneficial but not mandatory, with potential progression to a permanent

Qualifications

• Full LGV Class 2 licence with at least six months' driving experience and no more than six penalty points.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Solid knowledge of GB Domestic and EU drivers' hours rules and the Working Time Directive.
• Ability to handle tanker equipment and use tablet-based reporting systems.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a 32-tonne jet vac, working with an experienced tanker operative.
• Carry out jetting and vacuum duties; full training provided.
• Handle hoses, pipes and tanker equipment safely during operations, loading and discharge.
• Complete vehicle checks and use a tablet to receive work tickets, record defects and report issues.
• Maintain drivers' hours records using logbooks.

Skills

Driving experience

Professional communication

Logbook maintenance

Tools

Tablet-based reporting

Job description

Streamline Recruitment is recruiting a Class 2 driver to operate a 32-tonne jet vac in Cardiff for a leading environmental waste management company. You will work alongside an experienced tanker operative who will support you with on-site duties and equipment operation.

• Pay: £19.00 per hour (Ltd or Umbrella, IR35 exempt).
• Shift pattern: Monday to Friday, with some weekend work.
• Typical hours: Approximately 06:00-17:00, with a minimum of 10 hours' pay guaranteed per shift.
• Site credentials: Valid CSCS / EUSR credentials are beneficial but not mandatory.

The role

• Drive and operate a 32-tonne jet vac, working alongside an experienced tanker operative.
• Carry out jetting and vacuum tanker duties, with full training provided.
• Handle hoses, pipes and tanker equipment safely during operations, loading and discharge.
• Complete vehicle checks and use a tablet to receive work tickets, record defects and report issues.
• Maintain accurate drivers' hours records using logbooks.

Essential requirements

• Full LGV Class 2 (Category C) licence with at least six months' driving experience and no more than six penalty points.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good knowledge of GB Domestic and EU drivers' hours rules and the Working Time Directive.
• Ability to handle tanker equipment, use tablet-based reporting systems and communicate professionally with clients and the public.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends.

Training and opportunities

Previous vacuum tanker or wastewater industry experience and valid CSCS / EUSR credentials are desirable but not essential. The role offers consistent, full-time work, opportunities for additional hours at enhanced rates and training towards qualifications in jetting, confined spaces and traffic management. There is also potential to progress into a permanent position