HGV Tanker Driver

Lanes Group Plc; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 48,216,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days holiday

Pension

Death in service

Training and progression

Full PPE provided

Job summary

Lanes Group Plc is seeking HGV Tanker Engineers to operate vacuum tankers on drainage and waste contracts. You will drive HGV class 1 or 2, complete job reports, and maintain high safety standards on site across regions.

The role runs 4 nights on, 4 nights off (6pm–6am), averaging 40.25 hours over 8 weeks. Full PPE, training, and progression opportunities are provided. A valid HGV licence with CPC and tachograph card is required.

Qualifications

• HGV class 1 or 2 licence with CPC and tachograph card up to date.
• Minimum 2 years HGV class 1 or 2 experience.
• Ability to complete reports and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV-mounted vacuum and tankers for drainage tasks.
• Independently manage job sites with safe practices.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Complete job reports and system updates accurately.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance.
• Maintain high health and safety standards and PPE compliance.

Skills

HGV driving

CPC holder

Tachograph card

Safety awareness

Customer communication

Job description

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 drivers licence with CPC and have up to date digi tachograph card., As a HGV Tanker Engineer, you will:

• 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

Experience and qualifications required for the role:

• HGV class 1 or class 2 driving licence
• Valid in date CPC and up to date taco
• Minimum 2 years class 1 or class 2 experience

What we offer:

• 21 Days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Pension, Death in Service
• Training and progression opportunities
• Full PPE provided
• Full training / PPE / use of company equipment will be provided to ensure that all our drainage engineers have the right tools, competency, and confidence to undertake the work to Lanes' high standard of operation regardless of background or previous experience.

At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the communities we serve. As one of the UK's leading infrastructure delivery partners, we employ around 5,000 talented people across a nationwide network of depots and operational locations, delivering annual revenues in excess of £650 million.

We provide essential infrastructure, drainage, wastewater and utility services to many of the UK's leading organisations, including a significant number of FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies. Our success is built on the expertise of our people, our commitment to doing things safely and professionally, and our focus on delivering outstanding service every day.

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. Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.

Salary: £17.00 per hour Hours: 4 nights on 4 nights off, 6pm - 6am, 40.25 hours averaged over an 8 week period