HGV operator

Lanes Group; Liverton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Group is seeking an experienced HGV Driver to support vacuum tanker operations as part of a skilled team in Leeds and across Yorkshire. You will be responsible for safe, efficient completion of drainage and sewer cleansing tasks under various contracts.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will drive the vacuum tanker, perform vehicle checks, liaise with customers, and update records while adhering to safety standards and company values.

Qualifications

• HGV licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• CPC certificate desirable.
• Experience with tankers desirable.

Responsibilities

• Independently drive and operate a vacuum tanker for site-to-disposal movements across Leeds and Yorkshire.
• Tackle drainage-related projects and assist with remedial works as needed.
• Move treated and untreated waste products and support with tankering duties.
• Liaise with customers to coordinate works and timescales.
• Update electronic records and logs accurately.
• Report safety issues and ensure vehicle and jetting equipment checks.
• Perform pre- and post-mivehicle checks and maintain clean, compliant vehicles.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Job description

Lanes Group is a leading nationwide utility services provider with c.5000 dedicated employees. Our diverse subsidiaries drive our success across various sectors, contributing to a remarkable turnover of over £700 million. We are committed to excellence and innovation, ensuring we provide industry leading services to our clients and stakeholders. Join us to be part of a dynamic and growing team that values diversity and fosters professional growth.

Department:

Clear-flow began in 1982 as 'one man in a van' based in Truro Cornwall. Nearly four decades later we have grown in size but we are proud to still offer a personal and value for money service.

We specialise in both domestic and commercial work across the whole of the South West.

Purpose of the role:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the HGV Driver is a busy and demanding role. Working alongside other HGV Jetting Engineers and Tanker Operators, you will support the safe and efficient completion of all requested works, and/or drainage sewer cleansing, and emergency response activities across a variety of customer and framework contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently driving and operating a vacuum tanker, the work incorporates tankering various non-hazardous liquids from sites to disposal facilities across Leeds and Yorkshire
• Work Projects will include any drainage related issues
• Moving treated and untreated waste product, assisting with remedial works
• Liaising with customers
• Updating electronical records
• Ensuring safety issues are reported
• Vehicle and Jetting Equipment checks
• A phone will outline the navigation for the routes and jobs whilst working.

Key Requirements

Skills & Experience:

• HGV class 2 driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points

Desirable:

• Valid in date CPC
• Experience with working with tankers

Living the Company Values

By embedding our companies core values and purpose into each role, ensures that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’.

Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations; this role holder is expected to:

• Leading: Acts as a role model, shaping the learning agenda and influencing change.
• Agile: Anticipates learning needs, adjusts quickly to changing operational contexts.
• Nurturing: Supports the development of others through coaching and structured development plans.
• Engaging: Inspires and motivates learners, builds trust and credibility
• Safe & Secure: Ensures all learning is aligned to safety and compliance standards.

Your Contribution to the company:

• Strive to be always positive and constructive
• Adhere to all company policies
• Straight talking about the facts of the situation – open discussions are the best way to find solutions
• Help others through communicating clearly
• Deliver on commitments
• Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues
• Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are ‘Stronger Together’

Equality, Diversion & Inclusion

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.