Class 2 Tanker Driver (Drainage & Waste)

Interaction - Northampton; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Company Pension

Potential earnings exceeding £80,000

Clear career progression

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment has partnered with a nationwide infrastructure maintenance company to recruit a Class 2 Tanker Driver (Drainage & Utilities) for Midlands-based work with UK-wide travel.

Salary £37,000-£45,000 with OTE £50,000-£60,000; overtime; enhanced rates for unsocial hours; 20 days leave plus bank holidays; pension; clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in the drainage industry.
• Holds a Class 2 HGV licence.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Open to flexible hours, including potential overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class 2 Waste LGV and tanker for pre-planned maintenance.
• Maintain the tanker and equipment to high standards.
• Carry out LGV and tanker operations and waste management duties.
• Follow health and safety procedures for tanker operations.
• Work with an assistant, reporting back to the office.

Job description

Class 2 Tanker Driver (Drainage & Utilities)

Salary: £37,000-£45,000 (Average OTE £50,000-£60,000)

Location and Hours

Location: Midlands, UK Wide Travel
Hours: Monday–Friday 40 hours per week | Day Shift with Flexible Start & Finish Times (Weekend work + Callout available at enhanced)

Overtime: Available Monday to Friday, Saturday 1.25x Saturday, 2x on Sunday. DOOR TO DOOR PAID
Extra £5 per hour for unsociable hours (21.00-02.00)

Interaction recruitment has partnered with a nationwide infrastructure maintenance and sustainability company. Due to their exponential growth and success, they're actively seeking to onboard experienced drainage engineers to come in and hit the ground running! If you're looking for a company offering strong career growth—this role could be ideal.

Benefits

• Support with obtaining and maintaining relevant industry certifications.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Potential earnings exceeding £80,000 per annum
• Clear career progression paths.
• Company Pension and wider benefits scheme

• Overtime Paid at enhanced rate inclusive of overnight stay subsidiaries

• Life insurance included.

The Duties

• Operate a Class 2 Waste LGV and tanker to complete pre-planned maintenance works.
• Maintain the tanker and associated equipment to the highest standards.
• Carry out LGV and tanker operations and waste management duties.
• Adhere to all health & safety procedures, following safe working practices for tanker operations.
• Work alongside an assistant, ensuring accurate communication and reporting back to the office.

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum one year of experience in the drainage industry.
• Holds a Class 2 HGV licence as a minimum requirement.
• Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Open to flexible working hours, sometimes as early as 2am and the occasional overnight stays.

Similar Roles include:

Class 2 Tanker Driver, LGV2 Tanker Driver, HGV Class 2 Tanker Operator, Tanker Operator, Tanker Driver (Class 2), Vacuum Tanker Driver, Waste Tanker Driver, Jet Vac Tanker Driver, Jetting Tanker Operator

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach Reegan on or email