Tanker Driver (Day Working)

United Utilities; Stockport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

United Utilities seeks a Tanker Driver to transport liquid sludge between sites. The role involves ensuring safe operation, compliance with regulations, and delivering excellent customer service. Applicants should have a Category C+E Driving Licence and experience, with a competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package (26 days + bank holidays)

Competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution

Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym discounts

Training programs and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with customers.
• Knowledge of Transport and Health & Safety Legislation.
• Advantageous to have training in the use of vacuum and pressure tankers.

Responsibilities

• Transport treated or untreated liquid sludge using tankers.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and health and safety.
• Load and unload tanker and bulk tipper trucks as needed.

Skills

Communication

Team Working

Analytical Skills

Technical Proficiency

Education

Category C+E Driving Licence

Driver CPC

Job description

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Job Location - Stockport Wastewater Treatment Works, Heathside Park Road, Cheadle Heath, Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 0PT

Role Type - Permanent

Employment Type - Full Time

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

You will transport treated or untreated liquid sludge via road tanker/tipper between United Utilities sites using tankers ranging from 13t to 32t payload.

You will ensure compliance with all relevant legal requirements i.e. driver's hours, vehicle daily checks, defect reporting and driver licence checks.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

You will be responsible for loading the tanker using the on-board vacuum system, and unloading the tanker using the on-board pressure system. You will also load and unload bulk tipper trucks using silo loading systems and or loading shovels (load all or similar), utilising weigh bridges and on board weighing systems to ensure GVW and axle loadings are not exceeded.

You will also be responsible for:

• Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements and procedures are followed in particular to drive and operate the vehicle in a safe manner, fuel efficiently and delivering excellent customer service
• Assisting field staff when required.
• Working with operations to ensure sludge optimum sludge quality is achieved for transportation

Technical Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role you will need to be an excellent communicator with good team working skills.. You will also have knowledge of Transport and Health & Safety Legislation, as well as:

• Experience of dealing with customers
• Analytical skills with the ability to display initiative.
• Technical proficiency

This role may not be eligible for the visa sponsorship

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

• Category C+E Driving Licence
• Driver CPC

Desirable Qualifications

• It would be advantageous to have training and/or experience in the use of vacuum and pressure tankers
• To have completed training in Emergency First Aid, Manual Handling and to have basic IT skills.

About the Team

• The team have a good rapport with the other team members and managers
• There is clear leadership within the team
• We make decisions together
• We celebrate success together
• There is trust within the team

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service and Distribution

• Industries

  Utilities

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