Tanker Operative

Fuel Specialist Services has over 40 years of experience delivering engineered solutions to the industrial, marine, and defence fuel and oil sectors. Specialising in storage tank maintenance, decommissioning, fuel testing, fuel systems engineering, product handling, and temporary storage, we have built a trusted reputation for providing safe, reliable, and high-quality solutions across the UK.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Tanker Technician to join our operational team. This role involves vacuum tanker operations, tank cleaning, fuel transfers, and specialist support works across a wide range of commercial, industrial, marine, and defence‑related environments nationwide. Working as part of a skilled operational team, you will support the safe and efficient delivery of projects in challenging and varied environments.

This is a physically demanding yet rewarding position, ideally suited to someone practical, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in hands‑on operational settings.

• Operate vacuum tankers and associated pumping equipment safely and efficiently across commercial, industrial, marine and defence sites
• Carry out tank cleaning, fuel transfers, pumping, waste removal and industrial cleaning operations
• Undertake high‑pressure water jetting and specialist cleaning activities when required
• Support the maintenance, servicing and cleaning of fuel tanks and associated systems
• Work within confined spaces in line with company procedures and safety regulations as required
• Complete all operational documentation accurately, including waste transfer notes, job sheets and customer sign‑off paperwork
• Ensure all work areas, vehicles, tankers and equipment are maintained to high housekeeping standards
• Follow all PPE, Health & Safety, environmental and company compliance procedures
• Communicate professionally with customers, site contacts and internal operational teams
• HGV Licence
• Experience operating vacuum tankers and pumping systems
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good practical skills and confidence using hand and power tools
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety procedures
• Ability to travel and work away from home when required
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, hardworking and safety focused
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments
• ADR and CPC qualifications
• Experience working in confined spaces (training can be provided)
• High‑pressure water jetting experience
• Experience with in fuel, industrial, marine or environmental services industries
• CSCS, Confined Space or additional safety qualifications
• Previous experience supporting MOD or defence‑related projects (advantageous)

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to gain specialist industry certifications
• Supportive and growing team environment

If you’re looking for a hands‑on role with variety and long‑term development opportunities within a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Fuel Specialist Services and become part of a team delivering specialist support services across the UK.