HGV Forecourt Services Engineer

Trigon Recruitment Ltd; Brize Norton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced benefits package

Pension scheme

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Healthcare plan

Employee assistance programme

GP access and wellbeing support

Refer-a-friend scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Trigon Recruitment Ltd is seeking an HGV Forecourt Services Engineer based at Brize Norton, Oxfordshire. The role blends HGV driving with drainage and environmental services for major fuel networks, with full training and clear long-term progression.

You will operate HGVs and tankers, perform drainage, forecourt maintenance and provide site support across Southern England, with regular overnight stays (3-4 nights per week) and a strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Full UK HGV licence is essential.
• Strong commitment to health and safety in fieldwork.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Practical, hands-on approach with problem-solving ability.
• Flexible travel and overnight stays required; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver environmental and forecourt services at fuel sites.
• Carry out drainage maintenance, jetting and interceptor/tank work.
• Operate HGV and tanker vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Complete inspections, reports, and maintain compliance with RAMS.
• Support emergency/reactive works as needed and travel as required.

Skills

Full UK HGV Licence

Health & safety focused

Strong communication

Hands-on

Problem solving

Independent & team work

Willingness to learn

Flexible travel

Tools

ADR Licence

High-pressure water jetting

Job description

Job Role: HGV Forecourt Services Engineer

HGV Driver | Drainage & Tanker Operations | Environmental Services | Full Training Provided

Location: Brize Norton, Oxfordshire

Salary: £39,500 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch)

Working Pattern: Regular travel throughout Southern England, including 3-4 nights away per week

Role Overview:

Are you an HGV Driver looking for a role that offers more variety, more responsibility and genuine long-term career progression? We are recruiting an enthusiastic and reliable HGV Forecourt Services Engineer to join a specialist environmental services team operating across some of the UK's largest fuel retail, forecourt and distribution networks. This is far more than a driving role. As an HGV Forecourt Services Engineer, you will combine HGV operation with specialist environmental and drainage services, supporting major fuel retailers, commercial clients and distribution centres. You'll gain valuable technical skills, receive industry-leading training and become part of a highly respected team delivering essential infrastructure and environmental services. Whether you already have experience within drainage, environmental services or industrial cleaning, or you're an experienced HGV Driver looking to learn a new trade, full training and ongoing development will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

Forecourt & Environmental Services

• Deliver specialist environmental and forecourt services across fuel retail and commercial sites

Carry out:

• Drain cleaning and maintenance
• High-pressure water jetting
• Interceptor cleaning and servicing
• Tank cleaning and maintenance
• Forecourt drainage works
• Reactive environmental response works

Support planned and emergency projects across customer locations

Diagnose and report operational issues while recommending effective solutions

HGV Driving & Tanker Operations

• Operate HGV and specialist tanker vehicles safely and professionally
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and compliance checks
• Ensure vehicles, plant and equipment remain clean, compliant and operational
• Report vehicle defects and maintenance requirements
• Comply with all transport legislation and company procedures

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures
• Work in accordance with RAMS and safe systems of work
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and near misses
• Maintain high standards of PPE and site compliance
• Promote a positive safety culture at all times

Customer Service & Site Support

• Build positive relationships with customers and site representatives
• Provide updates regarding works completed and recommended actions
• Complete service reports and job documentation accurately
• Act as a professional ambassador for the business
• Support wider operational teams where required

Emergency & Reactive Works

• Participate in emergency response and reactive call-out activities
• Support operational teams during environmental incidents
• Travel and work away from home regularly as required
• Contribute to service improvement and operational excellence initiatives

Essential Criteria:

• Full UK HGV Licence
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Practical and hands-on approach to work
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Flexible approach to travel and overnight stays
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Desirable Criteria:

• ADR Licence
• Drainage experience
• Tanker driving experience
• High-pressure water jetting experience
• Industrial cleaning experience
• Environmental services background
• Utilities, civils or infrastructure experience
• Forecourt maintenance knowledge
• Experience working within hazardous environments

Benefits:

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• GP access and wellbeing support
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Competitive annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Industry-recognised qualifications
• Career progression opportunities

Additional Information:

• Based from the Brize Norton depot
• Travel throughout Southern England required
• Regular overnight stays (typically 3-4 nights per week)
• Full PPE, uniform and specialist equipment provided
• Full training available for candidates with transferable skills
• Excellent opportunity for HGV Drivers looking to develop a long‑term career within environmental services