HGV Class 1 Driver

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Maple Cross; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames Water is recruiting for a Logistics Delivery driver to operate a fleet of Potable Water Tankers, supporting reactive and planned work.

You'll learn to take water samples, load and discharge at hydrants or reservoirs, and follow strict transport procedures. Roles require rotating days and nights, Class 1 HGV experience, CPC and Tachograph card, and knowledge of Drivers Hours rules.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Class 1 HGV Driver.
• Clear knowledge of Drivers' Hours rules and Working Time regulations.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of Transport Law and the Road Traffic Act.

Responsibilities

• Operate a fleet of Potable Water Tankers supporting reactive and planned work.
• Take water samples before loading and discharging them into hydrants or reservoirs.
• Follow processes and procedures and drive HGV 1 and HGV 2 vehicles (manual/automatic) and support vehicles.

Skills

Class 1 HGV Driver

CPC & Tachograph

Job description

You will work as part of the Logistics 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.

• 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.

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.

Learn more about our purpose and values

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 meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know, we're here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

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.

38.5 hours per week - 4 on, 4 off (Days & Nights) - £44,141 per annum

38.5 hours per week - 4 on, 4 off (Monday to Sunday Day Shifts) - £38,842 per annum