HGV Tanker Driver Days

Lanes Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Group Ltd is seeking a skilled HGV Tanker Driver to operate on the Anglian Water network. This field-based role focuses on drainage inspection, surveys, and supporting maintenance and repair strategies, with daytime work patterns.

You will operate jetting equipment on HGVs, manage job sites, and provide clear customer communication. A Class 2 licence and willingness to travel across the Anglian region are essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
• HGV Class 2 Licence required.
• Previous experience as a HGV Jetvac Operator or similar role (Desirable).
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel across the Anglian region.

Responsibilities

• Operate high‑pressure water jetting equipment on HGVs to clear blockages in drains, sewers, and pipework.
• Diagnose drainage issues and apply jetting techniques based on blockage type.
• Independently manage job sites with safe practices and high quality work.
• Communicate professionally with customers and provide task summaries.
• Accurately complete digital job reports and system updates.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance; report faults.
• Maintain health and safety standards, including PPE and compliance.
• Support reactive and scheduled works, including emergencies and confined space entries (if trained).

Skills

Driving licence

HGV Class 2 licence

HGV Jetvac experience

Flexible hours

Job description

Lanes Group Ltd 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.

Anglian Water delivers essential jetting, CCTV surveying, and tankering services. Operating across the whole of East Anglia, the team play a vital role in maintaining and protecting the wastewater network, ensuring reliable service for customers while supporting environmental compliance and operational efficiency.

Purpose of the role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated HGV Tanker Driver to join our team working on the Anglian Water network. The role involves conducting surveys of drainage systems to assess conditions, identify defects and support maintenance and repair strategies. This is a field- based role, ideal for someone with experience in drainage inspection and a strong understanding of sewer networks. Please note this role is available for Day work patterns.

Hourly Rate Days - Up to £18.85 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment on HGVs to safely and effectively clear blockages in drains, sewers, and pipework.
• Diagnose drainage issues and apply suitable jetting techniques based on blockage type.
• Independently manage job sites, ensuring safe practices and high-quality work.
• Communicate professionally with customers, explaining tasks, addressing questions, and providing summaries.
• Accurately complete digital job reports and system updates using laptops or tablets.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance, reporting any faults promptly.
• Maintain high health and safety standards, including proper PPE use and regulatory compliance.
• Support reactive and scheduled works, including emergency callouts and confined space entries (if trained).

Skills and Experience

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points)
• HGV Class 2 Licence
• Previous experience as a HGV Jetvac Operator or in a similar role (Desirable)
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel across the Anglian region

Living the Company Values

• 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.