HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver

Position: HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver
Job Role:

HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver

ADR Qualified | Tanker Operations | Environmental Services

Location:

Shaftesbury, Dorset
Salary: £17.64 per hour

Contract:

Permanent, Full-Time

Hours:

Monday to Friday
Flexible working pattern based around a 48-hour week
Overtime:
Paid at 1.5x hourly rate

Role Overview :

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 or Class 2 Driver looking for a role that offers more than simply driving from A to B?
We are recruiting reliable and professional HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Drivers to join a growing environmental services operation based in Shaftesbury.
As an HGV Driver, you will play a vital role in supporting environmental and industrial operations across the region, collecting and transporting hazardous and non-hazardous waste whilst operating specialist vacuum tanker equipment. This is a hands-on role combining driving responsibilities with operational support, offering excellent variety, long-term stability and genuine career progression opportunities.
The successful HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver will be safety-focused, customer-oriented and comfortable working within a regulated environment where compliance, professionalism and teamwork are key.
  
Why Join Us?
 
Competitive hourly rate of £17.64 per hour
Regular overtime opportunities
Permanent, full-time employment
Monday to Friday working pattern
Flexitime arrangement
Ongoing training and development
Opportunity to diversify your skills beyond traditional driving roles
Career progression within a growing environmental services business
Stable, long-term employment with an expanding operation

Key Responsibilities:

HGV Driving & Tanker Operations
 
Operate HGV Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles safely and efficiently
Operate vacuum tanker vehicles across customer sites
Complete scheduled collections and deliveries
Manage routes effectively to meet service requirements and deadlines
Comply with all transport legislation, ADR requirements and drivers’ hours regulations
Ensure safe transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous materials  Vehicle & Equipment Responsibilities
 
Carry out daily vehicle inspections and compliance checks
Complete defect reporting and maintenance documentation
Ensure vehicles are maintained to a high operational standard
Keep vehicles clean, presentable and roadworthy
Maintain accurate transport and operational records  Operational & Site Support
 
Support operational teams during loading and unloading activities
Assist with environmental and industrial service operations when required
Work closely with site teams to ensure efficient service delivery
Participate in waste management and environmental service activities  Health, Safety & Compliance
 
Adhere to all company health, safety and environmental procedures
Handle hazardous and non-hazardous waste safely and responsibly
Work in accordance with ADR and environmental regulations
Report defects, incidents, hazards and near misses
Promote a positive safety culture at all times  Customer Service
 
Provide a professional service to customers and site personnel
Build positive working relationships with clients
Act as a positive ambassador for the business
Resolve day-to-day operational issues professionally and effectively

Essential Criteria :
 
Minimum 12 months' experience driving HGV Class 1 and/or Class 2 vehicles
Valid HGV Licence (Class 1 and/or Class
2)
Driver CPC Qualification
Digital Tachograph Card
ADR Licence
Experience operating tanker or vacuum tanker vehicles
Strong understanding of transport compliance and driver regulations
Good communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and effectively manage workload
Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual duties where required
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions    
Desirable Criteria:

Experience with in:  
Environmental Services
Waste Management
Industrial Services
Utilities
Drainage Operations  
Experience handling hazardous waste streams
Knowledge of vacuum tanker or drainage operations

Experience with in time-critical operational environments     
Additional Information:
 
Based from the Shaftesbury depot with regional travel to customer sites
Flexitime working arrangement
48-hour working week plus overtime opportunities
Role combines driving duties with operational support activities
Ongoing training and development available

How to Apply:

For more information or to apply for the HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver role, please contact:
Robert Rowe
(phone number removed)
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