HGV Class 1 Driver

Industrial Chemicals Ltd; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Pension auto-enrolment

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to work

Additional Holiday

Job summary

Industrial Chemicals Limited (ICL) currently seeks a HGV Class 1 ADR Tanker Driver for our West Thurrock operations. You will deliver hazardous chemicals across the UK, operate tanker systems and adhere to strict safety standards.

The role follows a 4 on 4 off pattern with overtime and regular nights out (£40 per night out). Training is provided; potential earnings exceed £60,000 p.a. with annual salary averaging around £47,959.60.

Qualifications

• Class 1 tanker driving is required.
• ADR in Tanks to cover min Class 8 & 9.
• Driver CPC vocational qualification essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hazardous chemicals in tanker units across the UK.
• Handle compressor discharge and pump draw off at customer sites.
• Operate to a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern with overtime possible.
• Nights out required and paid (£40 per night out).

Skills

Cat CE Licence

ADR in Tanks

Driver CPC

Job description

Company Description

Industrial Chemicals Limited (ICL) is a privately owned chemical manufacturer and supplier serving a wide range of industries across the UK, Europe, and parts of Asia. The company works with both large global corporations and smaller family-run businesses, offering the same high standards of quality and service to organisations of all sizes. ICL combines the responsiveness of an independent business with the capabilities of a large-scale manufacturer, enabling fast, tailored production solutions. In addition to water treatment chemicals, flocculants, and detergents, ICL operates advanced grinding, milling, drying, and spray-drying facilities for contract processing. The company is committed to chemical innovation and customer-focused solutions that help partners improve efficiency and performance.

Role Description

We are currently recruiting for HGV Class 1 ADR Tanker Driver working from our West Thurrock Operating Centre. 4 On, 4 Off (Overtime paid at £27.14 per hour & nights out paid at £40.00 per occasion).

The Role:

• Delivering hazardous chemicals in tankers throughout the UK
• Compressor discharge, as well as pump draw off at certain customers
• Working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern ( + Overtime shifts )
• Nights out are a fundamental part of this role (paid £40 per night out, which is taxable) and are contracted as “as and when required” by the Company (anything from 0-5 nights out per week)

Key Qualifications Required for the role:

• Class 1 ( Cat CE Vocational Licence )
• ADR in Tanks to cover min Class 8 & 9
• Driver CPC Vocational Qualification

Key Requirements of a Driver:

• Tanker driving experience (essential).
• Excellent driving skills
• Health & Safety minded
• Professional with high standards
• Fully conversant with Drivers Hours and Working Time Directive Rules

The Training:

• Full 2 – 3 weeks comprehensive training package carried out alongside an experienced Driver Trainer, followed by a final “ pass out “ with a Senior Assessor
• Refresher Training on Day 1 with Keep Legal, Drivers Hours, First Use Inspections and Company O Licencing
• Full Company induction to include all PPE requirements and site procedures/ protocol
• On-going regular assessments and re-training
• The Salary Package (with regular reviews):
• Annual Gross Salary (Paid Weekly) for the 4 on 4 off shift (average 3.5 day week) = £47,959.60 (Overtime is paid for non-working days only)
• Overtime Paid for additional shifts at £27.14 per hour for all hours worked (including Breaks)
• Nights-Out Paid at £40 per night out
• Potential earnings in excess of £60,000 pa
• Holiday entitlement pro-rata to 17.5 days per annum + Bank Holidays ( if shifted to work on BH, a day in lieu elsewhere )

The Benefits Package:

• Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Company Pension auto-enrol ( Company contribute )
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance (Optional)
• Cycle to work (open 2 times every year)
• Additional Holiday accrued after 5 years