HGV Sludge Driver

Lanes Group; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Pension

Training and progression opportunities

Full PPE provided

Job summary

Lanes Group is seeking HGV Class 1 or Class 2 drivers in Hassocks for a full-time position in waste water management. You will operate vacuum tankers, manage job sites, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

The role involves working 50 hours weekly, with a salary of £17 per hour and benefits such as 21 days holiday, pension, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Full HGV Class 1 or Class 2 UK driver's licence with CPC.
• Valid and up-to-date digi tachograph card.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV-mounted vacuum and tankers for drainage and waste management tasks.
• Independently manage job sites, ensuring safe practices and high-quality work.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Accurately complete job reports and system updates.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance.
• Maintain high health and safety standards.

Skills

HGV Class 1 or Class 2 driving licence

Communication skills

Health and safety awareness

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for HGV Class 1 or Class 2 drivers to work on a full time basis for days on our waste water contract. Driving a vacuum tanker, the work incorporates tankering various non-hazardous liquids from sites to disposal facilities across the regions. You will be provided with a phone and an app to outline the jobs that have been assigned to you by the Operations Supervisor.

Due to the nature of the role, a full HGV Class 1 or Class 2 UK driver's licence with CPC and an up to date digi tachograph card is required.

Location: Working out of Goddards Green

Hours: 5 in 7 Days 06:00 – 16:30 / 50 Hours per Week

Salary: £17 phr

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV-mounted vacuum and tankers for drainage and waste management tasks.
• Independently manage job sites, ensuring safe practices and high‑quality work.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Accurately complete job reports and system updates.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance, reporting any faults promptly.
• Maintain high health and safety standards, including proper PPE use and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 or Class 2 driving licence.
• Valid and up‑to‑date CPC and digi tachograph card.

What We Offer

• 21 days holiday including Bank Holidays.
• Pension, death in service.
• Training and progression opportunities.
• Full PPE provided.
• Full training and equipment support to enable all drainage engineers to perform at a high standard, regardless of background or previous experience.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under‑represented members of the community.