HGV Class 2 Driver

The Abbey; Bagnall; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension after 3 months

Performance bonus

Uniform and equipment

Training and development

Induction programme

Job summary

The Abbey is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 driver to join our West Midlands drainage business. You will operate a Class 2 Jet Vac tanker and carry out planned and reactive drainage work for commercial and domestic customers.

The role requires a current HGV Class 2 licence and Driver CPC, with opportunities to develop drainage and plumbing skills through extensive on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 license and Driver CPC required.
• Jet Vac tanker experience is advantageous.
• Drainage experience would be beneficial.
• Basic plumbing or multi-trade experience is an advantage.
• Positive, dependable approach to varying weather and hours.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised and professional approach.
• Ability to complete work safely and within timescales.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class 2 Jet Vac tanker.
• Carry out tanker-based drainage work across the West Midlands and South Staffordshire.
• Empty and clean septic tanks, treatment plants and pumping stations.
• Pumping station maintenance and repairs.
• Complete planned preventive maintenance and pre-planned remedial work.
• Respond to reactive drainage requirements.
• Assist with additional drainage work using a van-pack jetter when required.
• Undertake occasional basic plumbing tasks.
• Work with commercial and domestic customers.
• Complete relevant job records and paperwork accurately.
• Participate in rotational out-of-hours call-out service.
• Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm, ~42.5 hours/week; may vary and include out-of-hours rota.

Skills

HGV Class 2

Driver CPC

Jet Vac experience

Drainage experience

Basic plumbing

Customer service

Team player

Organised

Safety focus

Job description

Salary: £34,000£45,000 per annum, depending on experience, hours worked and out-of-hours cover

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 2 driver to join a growing plumbing and drainage business operating throughout the West Midlands and South Staffordshire.

The position is primarily focused on operating a Class 2 Jet Vac tanker, carrying out planned and reactive drainage work for commercial and domestic customers. Approximately 7580% of the role will involve tanker operations, with the remaining time supporting other drainage work and occasional basic plumbing tasks.

The company has a strong, supportive team and operates as part of a recognised national brand and collaborative franchise network. It is committed to delivering outstanding customer service and provides ongoing internal and external training to help employees develop their skills and progress as the business grows.

What we need from you:

• A current UK HGV Class 2 driving licence and Driver CPC
• Previous experience operating a Jet Vac tanker or similar vehicle would be advantageous
• Previous drainage experience would be beneficial
• Basic plumbing or wider multi-trade experience would be an advantage
• A positive and dependable approach to working in different weather conditions and at varying times of the day
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An organised and professional approach
• The ability to complete work safely and within required timescales

What the role involves:

• Operating a Class 2 Jet Vac tanker
• Carrying out tanker-based drainage work across the West Midlands and South Staffordshire
• Emptying and cleaning septic tanks, treatment plants, and pumping stations
• Pumping station maintenance and repairs
• Completing planned preventative maintenance and pre-planned remedial work (gullys, slotted drains and underground drainage systems)
• Responding to reactive drainage requirements
• Assisting with additional drainage work using a van-pack jetter when required
• Undertaking occasional basic plumbing tasks
• Working with both commercial and domestic customers
• Completing relevant job records and paperwork accurately
• Participating in the company’s rotational out-of-hours call-out service
• Hours: Monday to Friday 8am 4.30pm core hours, approximately 42.5 hours per week. Hours may vary depending on the needs of the business and customers. The role also includes participation in an out-of-hours call-out rota.

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday, including Bank Holidays
• Workplace pension after three months
• Performance-related bonus
• Uniform, equipment, tablet and mobile phone
• Extensive job-related training
• Two-to-three-week induction programme
• Health and safety training
• Confined Spaces Entry training
• Water Jetting Association high-pressure water jetting training
• Additional training will be provided, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to develop further drainage and plumbing skills