Tanker Driver

Exertis (UK) Ltd.; Ellesmere Port; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Training opportunities

Uniform & PPE

Wellbeing initiatives

Career progression

Employee benefits

Job summary

Certas Energy is seeking a safety‑focused Tanker Driver to deliver fuel products to customers while upholding the highest brand standards. You will work across a range of locations, ensuring efficient, safe deliveries and strong customer interactions in line with company procedures.

The role emphasizes health and safety, vehicle checks, and adherence to driver handbooks, with opportunities for career progression within the UK’s largest independent fuel distributor.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Good numerical and logical reasoning ability.
• Ability to work independently while remaining a strong team player.
• Previous tanker or fuel industry experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver fuel products in accordance with company procedures and current legislation.
• Carry out vehicle safety inspections and daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness before each journey.
• Follow all Health, Safety, Environmental and quality procedures, reporting accidents, incidents, spills or operational issues promptly.
• Maintain full compliance with Driver’s Handbook requirements, depot operational procedures and company policies.
• Load and discharge products safely and accurately, ensuring deliveries are completed correctly and efficiently.
• Verify customer, product and delivery information before dispensing product and obtain proof of delivery where required .
• Act as a professional ambassador for Certas Energy, providing excellent customer service at every interaction.
• Communicate effectively with depot teams, supervisors and customers regarding delivery schedules, issues or discrepancies.
• Promote company products and services where appropriate and identify opportunities for additional business.
• Build positive working relationships across the business and contribute to a culture of teamwork, safety and operational excellence.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Numerical reasoning

Independence

Teamwork

Tank experience

Job description

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At Certas Energy we’re keen to take a lead in the industry. We have a culture of strong safety and compliance principles, driven by our dedicated Safety F1rst and Doing the Right Thing (compliance) Initiative. Health and safety is paramount to our business ethos – it is fundamental to good business performance, and integral to long-term business success.

How you’ll power our business as a Tanker Driver

Are you a safety-focused professional with a passion for delivering excellent customer service? As a Tanker Driver at Certas Energy, you'll play a vital role in safely delivering fuel products to our customers while representing our brand to the highest standards. Working across a range of customer locations, you'll ensure deliveries are completed efficiently, safely and in line with company procedures, helping to keep homes, businesses and industries running smoothly every day.

At Certas Energy, we're the UK's largest independent distributor of fuel and lubricants, serving homes, businesses and industries through a nationwide network of depots and delivery operations. Our people play a vital role in keeping communities, businesses and critical infrastructure moving every day. With safety at the heart of everything we do, we're committed to our Safety F1rst culture, delivering exceptional service to customers while supporting the UK's evolving energy needs. As part of DCC Energy, you'll join a business that combines the strength of a market-leading organisation with the support and opportunities to build a rewarding long-term career.

What you’ll be doing

Safely deliver fuel products in accordance with company procedures, delivery instructions and current legislation.

Carry out vehicle safety inspections and daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness before each journey.

Follow all Health, Safety, Environmental and quality procedures, reporting accidents, incidents, spills or operational issues promptly.

Maintain full compliance with Driver’s Handbook requirements, depot operational procedures and company policies.

Load and discharge products safely and accurately, ensuring deliveries are completed correctly and efficiently.

Verify customer, product and delivery information before dispensing product and obtain proof of delivery where required .

Act as a professional ambassador for Certas Energy, providing excellent customer service at every interaction.

Communicate effectively with depot teams, supervisors and customers regarding delivery schedules, issues or discrepancies.

Promote company products and services where appropriate and identify opportunities for additional business.

Build positive working relationships across the business and contribute to a culture of teamwork, safety and operational excellence.

What we’ll need from you

Class C or Class C+E licence , depending on role requirements.

Valid Digital Tachograph Card.

Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.

Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Good numerical and logical reasoning ability.

Ability to work independently while remaining a strong team player.

Previous tanker or fuel industry experience would be advantageous .

What you’ll get from us

Company pension scheme.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Uniform and PPE provided.

Supportive team environment with a strong safety-first culture.

Career progression opportunities within the UK’s largest independent fuel distributor.

Access to a range of employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives.

Why join Certas Energy?

AtCertasEnergy, our people are key to our success. We are committed to creating a safe,inclusiveand supportive environment where everyone can thrive and develop their career.

Doing right by everyone

People matter at Certas Energy. We’re an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste) religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background. We’re committed to doing right by our people, so we all feel engaged, motivated and proud to work for Certas Energy.