HGV Class 1 Driver Days

Lanes Group; Preston; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated HGV Class 1 drivers for full-time roles in the North West. This exciting position involves operating tankers for non-hazardous liquid waste removal, with full training provided. The role offers a supportive environment that prioritizes employee well-being and growth, ensuring you have the tools and training to succeed. Enjoy a competitive salary, overtime pay, and generous benefits including holidays and pension plans. Join a forward-thinking team committed to excellence and inclusivity, where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension

Death in service

Training and progression opportunities

Full PPE provided

Qualifications

• Must hold an HGV Class 1 driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Experience with tankers is a plus, but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Work on site as part of a team, maintaining excellent housekeeping.
• Manage time efficiently and demonstrate leadership skills.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Flexibility

Education

HGV Class 1 Driving Licence

CPC (desirable)

Tools

Jetting Equipment

PPE

Job description

Established in 1990, S&C Foster, a part of the Lanes Group Limited, offers customers both domestic and commercial tanker, jetting, and liquid waste removal services. Known as Fozzy's, we provide professional and environmentally friendly services across the North West.

About the Role:

We are looking for HGV Class 1 drivers to work on a full-time basis for days on our waste water contracts operating throughout the North West working out of our site at Hesketh Bank, close to the city of Preston. The work incorporates tankering various non-hazardous liquids from sites to disposal facilities across the North West of England. Full training will be provided. Due to the nature of the role, a full UK driver’s licence is required, holding no more than 6 points. A valid Class 1 is also required.

Location: Hesketh Bank, Preston

Hours: 47.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday). Increased pay for overtime hours worked.

Salary: £14.00-£15.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Overtime: Paid at time and a quarter over 47.5 hours and time and a half on weekends.

Responsibilities - but not limited to:

• Working on site, as part of a team
• Great housekeeping
• Excellent time management
• Leadership
• Flexibility as start times could be between 4am-6.30am
• On call 1 weekend in 6

Experience and qualifications required for the role:

• HGV class 1 driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• Valid in date CPC (desirable)
• Experience with working with tankers, or training is provided.
• Full training required or a level of competency in the following: Jetting/SLG/First Aid/Manual Handling.

What you will get in return:

In joining S&C Foster as part of the Lanes Group - the UK’s largest independent provider, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being, growth, and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual's unique contribution, we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity.

What we offer:

• 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Death in service
• Training and progression opportunities
• Full PPE provided

This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.

Strictly no agencies please.