HGV Tanker Driver

Driver Hire Ashford and Tonbridge; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking on site

PPE provided

Guaranteed-hours contracts available (

ADR training rebate up to £500

ADR training rebate after 4 weeks

Job summary

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

You’ll work a 4 on / 2 off rota, start around 06:00, averaging 9.75–11 hours per day, with 42.5 guaranteed hours each week. After 4 weeks of work, you can rebate 50% of ADR training costs up to £500.

Season runs from August 2026 to March/April 2027, with potential for continued contracts and summer guaranteed-hours work.

Qualifications

• Class 2 (Cat C) licence with CPC is required.
• ADR Tanks qualification is preferred; training may be undertaken.
• Digital tachograph card is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete multidrop tanker deliveries to farms and commercial premises.
• Work a 4 on / 2 off rota, including weekends.
• Start at approximately 06:00 and work 9.75–11 hours per day.
• Deliver with high level of customer service and safety.
• Adhere to client procedures and handle equipment safely.

Skills

HGV driving

ADR Tanks

Customer service

Education

Class 2 (Cat C) licence with CPC

ADR Tanks qualification

Digital tachograph card

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 9.75-11 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