LGV Driver

Todd Hayes Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organisation is seeking a full-time LGV Driver in Leeds. The role involves long-distance driving, transporting hazardous materials, and maintaining high safety standards. Candidates should hold a Class 1 LGV Licence and relevant qualifications. Benefits include 30 + 3 days holiday and overtime pay.

Benefits

30 + 3 days holiday

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Operate curtain-sided vehicles according to regulations.
• Inspect and maintain equipment related to tanker operations.
• Complete all necessary regulatory paperwork.

Skills

Road tanker operations experience

Knowledge of LGV driving regulations

Safety procedure familiarity

Ability to adapt to changing workloads

Education

Class 1 LGV Licence

ADR License

Tanks Dangerous Goods by Road Certificate

Digi Tachograph Card

Job description

LGV Driver

Our client, a global organisation, is currently seeking an LGV Driver to join their team based in Leeds. This is a full‑time, permanent position based in Leeds.

Hours:
45 hours per week Monday – Friday (45 min paid break)

Overtime paid at X1.5 Monday‑Saturday & X2 Sunday. This role will require long-distance driving with overnight trips.

Qualifications

• Class 1 LGV Licence
• ADR License
• Tanks Dangerous Goods by Road Certificate
• Digi Tachograph Card

Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours

• Experience of road tanker operations including the transport and safe handling of flammable / corrosive / toxic materials
• Fully conversant with all LGV driving regulations and legislation.
• Thorough understanding of waste documentation and special waste handling
• Thoroughly familiar with relevant safety procedures for tanker and waste operations
• Up to date knowledge of changes in road traffic laws
• Accustomed to working effectively in a fast‑paced environment, flexible and can adapt to changing workloads and priorities, where high standards are not compromised under pressure.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Distance tanker operations ensuring safe handling and transportation of a wide range of hazardous materials and products
• Operation of curtain-sided vehicle
• Carry out various LGV disciplines safely and efficiently to include waste vacuum road tankers and curtain-sided vehicles.
• Inspection and maintenance of associated accessories and equipment including pumps, valves, tanks, vessels, hoses and couplings
• Completion and processing of all relevant customer and regulatory paperwork
• Ensure that all activity is co‑ordinated in accordance with relevant company guidelines and statutory regulations
• Attend team brief / safety meetings as required
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping are maintained with all areas of responsibility

Desirable Qualifications / Competencies

• COSHH awareness
• Safety awareness

Benefits

• 30 + 3 days holiday

Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the large number of applications we receive I’m afraid we are unable to respond to everyone individually however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward.

If we can take your application further we will of course be in touch.