Tanker Driver

GAP Group; Leiston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste management firm in Leiston is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Tanker Driver for their Tanker Services Division. The role involves safely transporting liquid wastes, performing vehicle checks, and maintaining high standards of customer service. Ideal candidates should hold a valid HGV Class 2 licence and have prior HGV driving experience. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and generous holiday allowance, with opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus scheme

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Contributory pension & life assurance

Company-funded social events

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous HGV driving experience preferred, especially in tanker or waste sector.
• Ability to maintain vehicle standards and perform minor repairs.
• Willingness to work on weekends and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Collect and transport various liquid wastes safely.
• Conduct vehicle checks and load preparation each morning.
• Complete final site visits and customer documentation before returning to depot.

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

Driver CPC (35 hours)

Valid Digi Tacho card

Health & Safety knowledge

Professional customer approach

Job description

Location

United Kingdom, UK, Sizewell Survey

Contract hours

42.50

About the role

The Role

We're looking for a skilled 26T Class 2 Tanker Driver to join our Tanker Services Division. You'll be responsible for safely collecting and transporting a variety of liquid wastes, delivering non‑potable DVSA, and HSE regulations.

Your day will be varied – from servicing welfare units and emptying effluent tanks to supporting industrial and construction projects. You'll use modern equipment, keep accurate digital records via our BigChange system, and maintain high standards of safety, service, and customer care.

• Morning: Vehicle checks, load preparation, and review of your day's work plan.
• Midday: Deliver non‑potable water or remove waste from industrial sites (including drilling waste, soil engineering, and interceptors).
• Afternoon: Complete final site visits, record job details and photos on BigChange, and get customer sign‑off.
• End of day: Return to depot, complete paperwork, clean and maintain vehicle, pumps, and hoses.

About You

• HGV Class 2 licence, Driver CPC (35 hours), and valid Digi Tacho card.
• Previous HGV driving experience – tanker or waste sector experience an advantage.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety and willingness to follow procedures.
• Ability to maintain your vehicle to a high standard and carry out minor repairs.
• Professional approach to customers and ability to handle queries on site.
• Flexibility for occasional weekend/event work and overtime.

About Us

We know good drivers are in demand, so here's what you get with us:

• Competitive salary + bonus scheme.
• Paid overtime opportunities.
• Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 more).
• Contributory pension & life assurance.
• Company‑funded social events & Employee Welfare Fund.
• Cycle to Work scheme and health perks (EAP, flu jab, wellness hub).
• Ongoing training, development, and clear career progression – we promote from within.

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!