HGV Class 2 Tanker Driver – 4 On 4 Off Shift Pattern (Days/Nights/Weekends)

Quest Waste Management; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice pension

Training & development

Team-focused environment

Long-term stability

Job summary

Quest Waste Management, a trusted leader in environmental services, is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Tanker Drivers to support increased demand. You will transport liquid and controlled waste on a 4 on / 4 off rota, including weekends and public holidays.

Join a fast-growing business offering stability, training, and long-term progression, with a supportive team and comprehensive benefits. Training provided where required and emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Valid Driver CPC and Tachograph card.
• Tankering experience preferred; training available for right candidate.
• Willingness to work weekends and on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of specialist vacuum tankers (full training provided where required)
• Respond to emergency call-outs including sewer blockages, flooding, and pollution incidents
• Collect and safely dispose of liquid and controlled waste in line with all regulatory requirements
• Maintain full compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures
• Complete pre- and post-shift vehicle inspections
• Accurately record job details and maintain required documentation
• Ensure PPE is worn correctly and kept in good condition
• Support other operational teams when vehicles are off the road or additional assistance is required

Skills

HGV License

CPC Card

Tachograph Card

Tankers experience

Job description

Job Category: HGV Class 2

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Leeds Wakefield

Salary: Competitive plus benefits

Quest Waste Management is a trusted leader in environmental services, specialising in drainage, liquid waste, and bulk tanker operations. With a strong reputation for reliability and quality, we deliver compliant, efficient solutions to clients nationwide.

Following a recent contract win and continued business growth, we are expanding our operational team and are now recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Tanker Drivers to support increased demand.

You will play a key role in the safe and efficient transportation of liquid and controlled waste, working on a 4 on / 4 off rota (days and nights), including weekends and public holidays as part of the shift pattern. This is a varied, hands‑on role within a fast-growing business, offering stability, training, and long-term progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a range of specialist vacuum tankers (full training provided where required)
• Respond to emergency call-outs including sewer blockages, flooding, and pollution incidents
• Collect and safely dispose of liquid and controlled waste in line with all regulatory requirements
• Maintain full compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures
• Complete pre- and post-shift vehicle inspections
• Accurately record job details and maintain required documentation
• Ensure PPE is worn correctly and kept in good condition
• Support other operational teams when vehicles are off the road or additional assistance is required

Essential Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• Valid Driver CPC and Tachograph card
• Tanker experience preferred (training available for the right candidate)
• Previous training or competency in high-pressure jetting, first aid, or manual handling is desirable
• A flexible, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills as the business grows
• Willingness to work weekends, bank holidays and out-of-hours shifts as part of a 24/7 operational service
• A current, up-to-date Street Works card is desirable and would support meeting contract requirements

What We Offer

• Salary sacrifice pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer – NEST or salary sacrifice option)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive, team-focused working environment
• Long-term stability within a growing business

Quest Waste Management is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.