HGV 1 Tanker Driver

Abbey Logistics Group; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution business in Bridgwater is seeking an experienced HGV Tanker Driver for a 4 on 4 off schedule. The role involves delivering bulk liquid tankers across the UK and Europe, with tanker training provided. Applicants must hold a Class 1 licence and a valid DCPC Card. Competitive hours and benefits available.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Guaranteed hours

Life Assurance

20 paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of driving experience with Class 1 licence.
• Ability to comply with drivers’ hours regulations.
• Training in tanker work is available.

Responsibilities

• Deliver customer products using bulk liquid tankers.
• Load and deliver powder tankers to customer locations across the UK and Europe.
• Use a digital device for vehicle checks and delivery information.

Skills

Tanker work experience

Safe operation within fall arrest system

Education

Full LGV C+E (Class 1) licence

Valid DCPC Card

Job description

Abbey Logistics – A UK and European, Industry Leading, food and non-food tanker Distribution Business are seeking to recruit the following;

HGV TANKER DRIVER

4 on 4 off Tramper

• Based at our Bridgwater depot
• 4 on 4 off Tramping
• Tanker experience preferred
• Loading and unloading of Liquid Tanks
• Weekly pay
• Allocated unit

The role of an Abbey Logistics Class1 Tanker Driver is to safely and efficiently, deliver customer products using bulk liquid tankers throughout the UK and into Europe if required.

Duties will include:

• Loading & Delivery of powder tankers to and from UK and European (if required) customer locations
• Working at heights
• Complying with all drivers’ hours and working time regulations
• Using a digital hand-held device to record all vehicle checks and delivery information
• Following customer and company guidelines and processes

Experience

• Hold a full LGV C+E (Class 1) licence for a minimum of 2 years (no more than 6 penalty points)
• Tanker work preferred but not essential as training will be given
• Must hold a valid and up to date DCPC Card
• Can safely operate within a fall arrest system of up to 140kgs
• Guaranteed hours
• Uniform/PPE
• 20 days inclusive of banks paid holiday based on 4 on 4 off
• Structured two-week training program
• Full DCPC in house training during your employment (online or face to face)
• Online access to self-service, payslips and holiday booking
• Life Assurance

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