HGV Class 1 Driver

Thames Water; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Class 1 HGV Driver, where you'll be the face of a vital service delivering water to communities. In this role, you'll operate a fleet of Potable Water Tankers, ensuring adherence to safety and transport regulations while providing exceptional customer service. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to career development, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of millions. If you're passionate about driving and dedicated to upholding high standards, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Full training

Excellent benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Fast-tracked career opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Class 1 HGV Driver with a valid CPC and Tachograph.
• Knowledge of Transport Law and Drivers Hours rules is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV 1 and HGV 2 vehicles, ensuring first-class customer service.
• Follow processes for loading and discharging water samples.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Driving Experience

Knowledge of Transport Law

Understanding of Drivers Hours Rules

Customer Service Skills

Education

Full Driver CPC

Valid Driver Tachograph Card

Job description

As a Class 1 HGV Driver, you will be an ambassador for Thames Water out on the road, where you will ensure that our values are upheld, and you will be driven to provide first-class customer service – you will truly be the face of Thames Water.
You will work as part of the Logistic Delivery team which operates a fleet of Potable Water Tankers to support both reactive and planned work. You will be joining a team that carries out the essential delivery of water to our customers. Within this team, you will learn how to take water samples before loading and discharging them into hydrants or reservoirs.

This role consists of being able to follow processes and procedures. You will be expected to drive both HGV 1 and HGV 2 vehicles which have manual and automatic gearboxes, plus various support vehicles such as Welfare vans.

HGV Class 1 Driver Job Details

• Working an average of 38/45 hours per week.
• This position is based at Basingstoke STW.
• Full training and excellent wider benefits package.

Shift Patterns available:

• 45 hours per week - 4 on, 4 off, 5 on, 3 off - £47,675
• 38 hours per week - 4 on, 4 off - £40,789

What should you bring to the role?

• Experience as a Class 1 HGV Driver.
• Happy working on a rotational shift pattern including days and nights.
• No more than 6 penalty points and no DR or IN convictions on your licence.
• A full driver CPC and a valid Driver Tachograph card.
• Demonstrate a clear knowledge of Transport Law and the Road Traffic Act.
• Have a working knowledge of Drivers Hours rules and Working Time regulations.

Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.