Regional Tanker Manager - North

Gap Group; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national service provider in the UK is looking for a Regional Tanker Manager to lead operations in the waste sector. The role involves overseeing team performance, ensuring compliance, and training drivers. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a background in vehicle operation. Benefits include competitive salary, annual leave, and a contributory pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory Pension & Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience in managing operations or team performance within a hire or service environment.
• Class 2 driving licence and Driver CPC preferred; training can be provided.
• Experience in the Welfare/Waste industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with transport regulations.
• Train and develop 26t Tanker Drivers for safe delivery and waste collection.
• Manage profit centres and influence recruitment and customer growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Customer service

Safety mindset

Job description

Overview

If you're an experienced Tanker Driver or Supervisor ready to move into management, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. At GAP Group, our Tanker Services division provides a variety of waste services from small portable toilets to much larger industrial projects to our customers nationwide. Following significant growth, we are looking for a Regional Tanker Manager to join our expanding team - someone who's ready to lead from the front.

A Day in the Life

• You might start your morning checking in with depot teams, reviewing performance, and ensuring drivers are briefed and ready for the day.
• Later, you could be out visiting sites, supporting a new driver with training, or meeting customers to discuss upcoming projects.
• Afternoons might include reviewing costs, planning upcoming work with the logistics team, and making sure your region is running smoothly.
• It's a varied, rewarding role where your leadership directly impacts team success, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

About You

You’ll be responsible for:

• Overseeing daily operations across your region and ensuring compliance with regulating bodies covering transport, environmental and health and safety.
• Training and developing 26t Tanker Drivers on the safe delivery of non-potable water and collection of liquid waste.
• Managing your own profit centres - influencing recruitment, training, purchasing, and customer growth.
• Supporting the team by covering driving duties when needed (for sickness, holidays, or busy periods).
• Experience working within the Welfare/Waste industry is desirable.
• Class 2 driving licence, Driver CPC with a minimum of 35 hours completed and valid Digital Tachograph card is preferable, however training can be given.
• Strong leadership and communication skills - someone who leads by example.
• Experience in managing operations, P&L or team performance within a hire or service environment would be highly desirable.
• A safety-first mindset and great customer service skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave.
• Contributory Pension & Life Assurance.
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab).

Next Steps

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!