HGV Class 1 Fuel Tanker Driver (Nights)

Crown Oil Limited; Bury; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£48,219 salary

4 on 4 off shift pattern

Permanent night shift

Family-run business environment

Supportive working environment

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Fuel Tanker Driver to join our team in Bury, Greater Manchester, on a permanent night shift. The role focuses on trunking fuel from terminals to depots and transporting petroleum products safely and in accordance with ADR standards.

You will complete daily vehicle checks, keep accurate paperwork, and support emergency fuel deliveries when needed. Essential qualifications include HGV Class 1, ADR tanker, PDP, and CPC, plus prior fuel tanker

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence is required.
• Full ADR Licence, including tanker entitlement, is essential.
• Petroleum Driver Passport (PDP) is required.
• Driver CPC qualification is necessary for this role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fuel tanker deliveries and trunking between terminals and depots.
• Safely load, transport and discharge petroleum products per ADR regulations.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and petroleum industry standards.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and comply with drivers' hours and tachograph regulations.
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork and documentation.
• Be flexible to support emergency fuel deliveries when required.
• Operate various vehicle types including articulated and rigid tankers, 7.5t and 3.5t vehicles.

Skills

ADR tanker knowledge

Petroleum delivery experience

Safety procedures

Hours and tachograph compliance

Education

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence

Full ADR Licence (tanker)

Petroleum Driver Passport (PDP)

Driver CPC qualification

Job description

We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Fuel Tanker Driver to join our established team in Bury, Greater Manchester, working a permanent night shift.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified ADR Fuel Tanker Driver. The role primarily involves fuel trunking from terminals to depots, ensuring the safe, efficient and timely transportation of petroleum products.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out fuel tanker deliveries and trunking operations between fuel terminals and depots.

• Safely load, transport and discharge petroleum products in accordance with ADR regulations.

• Follow all health and safety procedures and petroleum industry standards.

• Complete daily vehicle checks and ensure compliance with drivers' hours and tachograph regulations.

• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork and documentation.

• Provide flexibility to assist with emergency fuel deliveries when required.

• Operate different vehicle types when necessary, including articulated tankers, rigid tankers, 7.5-tonne vehicles and 3.5-tonne vans.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

To be considered for this position, you MUST have:

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Driving Licence.

• Full ADR Licence, including tanker entitlement.

• Valid Petroleum Driver Passport (PDP).

• Valid Driver CPC qualification.

• Previous fuel tanker driving and petroleum delivery experience – ESSENTIAL.

• Strong knowledge of fuel terminal procedures, safe loading and unloading practices.

• A professional, safety-conscious approach to driving.

Desirable:

• Current fuel terminal inductions.

• Previous experience with petroleum trunking operations.

• Flexibility to support operational requirements and emergency deliveries.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of £48,219.

• 4 on, 4 off shift pattern, providing regular days off.

• Permanent night shift position.

• Established and successful family-run business.

• Supportive working environment.