HGV Tanker Driver

Driver Hire Ashford & Tonbridge; Blackfordby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage

Overtime rate

Holiday pay

Guaranteed hours

Bonus

ADR rebate

Free parking

PPE provided

Summer guaranteed hours

Winter contract return

Job summary

Driver Hire Ashford & Tonbridge are recruiting for an HGV Class 2 ADR Tanks Driver to join our Cranbrook client for the winter season. You’ll complete multidrop deliveries with a 4 on/2 off rota and start around 06:00, earning £19.41 per hour with overtime at the higher rate.

Training incentives include up to £500 back for ADR training after 4 weeks’ work, plus guaranteed 42.5 hours per week, and a potential performance bonus up to £2,000 per year. PPE and parking provided.

Qualifications

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence with CPC required.
• Digital tachograph card required.
• ADR Tanks qualification preferred; training may be provided.
• Relevant HGV driving experience for insurance.
• No more than 6 points on licence; no major convictions in last year.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multidrop tanker loads to farms and businesses.
• Follow 4 on/2 off rota, including weekends.
• Start around 06:00; average ~9.75 hours per day.
• Maintain high level of customer service and safety.
• Work safely per client procedures; assist with manual handling.

Skills

HGV driving

ADR training

Customer service

Education

Class 2 (Cat C) licence with CPC

Digital tachograph card

ADR Tanks qualification

Job description

HGV Class 2 ADR Tank Driver Winter Contract

GET UP TO £500 OF YOUR ADR TRAINING COST BACK!

Driver Hire Ashford & Tonbridge are looking for HGV Class 2 ADR Tanks Drivers to join our client in Cranbrook for the winter season.

Looking to get your ADR Tanks qualification and secure a well‑paid driving role?

You pay for your ADR Tanks training upfront, then after successfully completing 4 weeks of work with us, you can receive a rebate of 50% of your training fee up to a maximum of £500.

With training costing approximately £650, this means you could get up to £500 back after just 4 successful weeks of work.

What's on offer?

• £19.41 per hour
• £29.12 per hour after 42.5 hours
• Advanced holiday pay rates of £21.75 £32.63
• 42.5 guaranteed hours per week
• Performance bonus of up to £2,000 per year
• Up to £500 ADR training cost rebate after 4 weeks of successful work
• Free car parking on site
• PPE provided
• Guaranteed-hours contracts available through the summer months
• Opportunity to return to the winter contract next year

The Role

• Complete multidrop tanker deliveries to farms and commercial premises
• Work a 4 on / 2 off rota, including weekends
• Start at approximately 06:00
• Work an average of 9.7511 hours per day
• Ensure deliveries are made with a high level of customer service
• Work safely, professionally and in compliance with the client's operational procedures
• Carry out some manual handling, including securing pipes and associated equipment

What you'll need

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence with valid CPC
• Digital tachograph card
• ADR Tanks qualification candidates without ADR Tanks may be considered, subject to successfully completing the required training
• Relevant HGV driving experience for insurance purposes
• No more than 6 points on your licence
• No DD or DR convictions within the last year

Seasonal Winter Contract

This is a seasonal position running from the end of August 2026 until the end of March / beginning of April 2027.

Driver Hire can also offer guaranteed‑hours contracts through the summer months, helping provide continuity of work, with the opportunity to return to this winter contract next year.

The role may suit candidates living in and around Ashford, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Crowborough, Maidstone, Battle and Hastings.

Don't miss out

If you're looking for a new HGV driving opportunity this winter, this could be the perfect time to make the move.

Get qualified, get working and get up to £500 of your ADR training cost back after 4 successful weeks.

*Training costs are paid by the candidate upfront. The rebate is subject to successful completion of 4 weeks of work and is capped at £500.

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