Tanker Driver

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Hogg Ltd is recruiting for a Toilet Tanker Driver based at the Newcastle depot. The role involves servicing portable toilets and welfare units across customer sites, operating a tanker to empty, clean and maintain units while ensuring excellent customer service and compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.

The position requires a Class C or C1 driving licence, Driver CPC, and a Digital Tachograph Card, with at least two years of professional driving experience.

Qualifications

• Class C or C1 Driving Licence
• Valid Driver CPC qualification
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 2 years' professional driving experience
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage daily workloads
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment

Responsibilities

• Operate a tanker vehicle to empty and service portable toilets and welfare units
• Carry out routine cleaning, sanitising and replenishment of consumables
• Ensure waste is collected, transported and disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations
• Complete daily service routes efficiently and professionally
• Conduct vehicle and equipment checks before and after use
• Maintain accurate records of servicing activities and customer visits
• Report any damaged units, equipment defects or customer issues
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures
• Deliver outstanding customer service when attending customer sites
• Keep vehicles, pumps and equipment clean and in good working order

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management

IT & paperwork

Job description

Tanker Driver

Newcastle Depot | Full-Time | Permanent

£35,919 per annum | 45 Hours Per Week

Jackson Hogg is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Toilet Tanker Driver to join their team based at the Newcastle depot.

This is a varied and hands‑on role responsible for servicing portable toilets and welfare units across customer sites. The successful candidate will operate a tanker vehicle to empty, clean and maintain units while delivering excellent customer service and ensuring all environmental, health and safety regulations are followed.

The Role

As a Toilet Tanker Driver, you will be responsible for carrying out scheduled servicing of portable toilets and welfare facilities at customer locations, ensuring units remain clean, operational and compliant throughout the hire period.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a tanker vehicle to empty and service portable toilets and welfare units
• Carry out routine cleaning, sanitising and replenishment of consumables
• Ensure waste is collected, transported and disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations
• Complete daily service routes efficiently and professionally
• Conduct vehicle and equipment checks before and after use
• Maintain accurate records of servicing activities and customer visits
• Report any damaged units, equipment defects or customer issues
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures
• Deliver outstanding customer service when attending customer sites
• Keep vehicles, pumps and equipment clean and in good working order

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Class C or C1 Driving Licence
• Valid Driver CPC qualification
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 2 years' professional driving experience
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage daily workloads
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment

Desirable

• Previous tanker driving experience
• Experience within portable sanitation, waste management, utilities or similar industries
• Good geographical knowledge of the local area

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Basic IT and paperwork administration skills

What's on Offer?

• £35,919 per annum
• 45-hour working week
• Permanent, full-time position