Tanker Driver

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Adler and Allan in Portsmouth is seeking a dedicated Tanker Driver for a full‑time, permanent position. You will operate vacuum tankers, perform pumping tasks, and ensure high standards of safety and service at customer sites.

The role involves leading on projects, completing documentation, and complying with health and safety and regulatory requirements. A proactive, hands‑on approach and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid HGV licence and CPC.
• ADR qualification if applicable.
• Experience with vacuum tankers and pumping systems.
• Strong communication, planning and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive vacuum tankers and carry out pumping, servicing, repair and cleaning.
• Lead and organise staff on projects to meet quality standards.
• Complete documentation with customer sign-offs and maintain cleanliness.
• Undertake high‑pressure jet washing and confined space work as required.
• Ensure compliance with waste management, tanker driver regulations and PPE.

Skills

HGV licence

CPC

ADR (if applicable)

Confined space

Team leadership

Hand tools

PPE compliance

Communication

Pumping systems

Tools

Pumping systems

Job description

Tanker Driver
Portsmouth
Full Time, Permanent
Competitive salary

Are you a skilled driver with a hands on attitude, ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real impact?
We’re on the lookout for aTanker Driver to join our growing team.

More about the role:

• Drive vacuum tankers and carry out pumping, servicing, repair and cleaning of a wide range of tanks, bilges, compartments and ship systems
• Lead and organise staff on projects, ensuring all work meets company quality standards and customer expectations
• Complete all documentation accurately, including customer sign offs and maintain high cleanliness standards on customer sites
• Undertake specialist cleaning, high pressure jet washing, confined space work and fire sentry duties when required
• Ensure compliance with waste management regulations, tanker driver regulations, PPE requirements and all Health & Safety procedures
• Liaise with customers, support service engineers and uphold Marlin Environmental Services’ standards at all times

Qualifications

About you:

• Knowledge of ship systems is Preferable
• Experienced in operating vacuum tankers, pressure washers and pumping systems, with strong practical skills and confidence using hand tools
• Knowledgeable in confined space working, MAR pack procedures and specialist tank/bilge cleaning standards
• Good understanding of ship systems and able to differentiate between survey, hot work and preservation cleaning requirements
• Holds a valid HGV licence, ADR (if applicable) and CPC
• A strong team player with excellent communication, planning and organisational skills
• Reliable, safety focused, adaptable and able to maintain high attention to detail under pressure

Additional Information

About us:

The Environmental & Engineering Group was established in 2023 as part of the merger of Marlin Environmental Services and Yellowstone Environmental Solutions.

After 12 years of partnership working the businesses formed E&E group to provide additional internal support and to increase service levels for existing and new customers.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.