HGV Class 2 Driver

MTS Cleansing Services Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A utilities service provider in England is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver / Drainage Engineer to manage waste collection and operate tankers. This role requires a driving licence, health and safety compliance, and offers full-time hours with competitive pay. Join a supportive family-run company focused on health and safety, and benefit from training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension

Death in service cover

20 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme / Health & wellbeing programme

Career progression and job security

State-of-the-art technical equipment

Qualifications

• Previous liquid waste work experience in water utility / environmental services sector desirable.
• Emergency First Aid (in‑house training provided).
• High‑pressure water jetting (desired).

Responsibilities

• Collection and disposal of controlled waste at registered waste reception sites.
• Attend emergency call‑outs for sewer blockages, flooding and pollution.
• Drive and operate specialist tankers.

Skills

HGV Class 1/2 driving licence

Polite and friendly public interaction

Ability to work within controlled guidelines

Education

ADR licence (desired)

NRSWA Unit 2 (desired)

Job description

Position

Title: HGV Class 2 Driver / Drainage Engineer
Location: Irene House, Unit 7 Wyvern Way, Henwood Industrial Estate, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8DW
Reporting Manager: Depot Manager
Hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 am – 04:00 pm (50 hour week)
Salary: £12.60 ph / £32,760 basic annually; overtime paid time and a half (£18.90 ph); night work bonus £45; call‑out bonus £30 on weekdays, £45 on weekends

Benefits

• Company pension
• Death in service cover
• 20 days annual leave (additional bank‑holiday bonuses for 10 hour work)
• Competitive salary and overtime pay
• Employee Assistance Programme / Health & wellbeing programme
• Support from a family‑run company prioritising health, safety and wellbeing
• Company events
• Free or on‑site parking
• Referral programme
• Full PPE provided (personal protective clothing and equipment)
• Career progression and job security
• Flexibility
• State‑of‑the‑art technical equipment
• Average earnings holiday pay (based on last 3 months’ earnings)

Paid Training / Induction Week

• EUSR Water Hygiene Card (Blue)
• EU Skills Card (Green)

Principal Duties and Accountabilities

• Being flexible and undertaking ad‑hoc duties when the vehicle is off the road or assisting other field teams

Roles and Responsibilities

• Collection and disposal of controlled waste at registered waste reception sites
• Drive and operate specialist tankers
• Attend emergency call‑outs for sewer blockages, flooding and pollution
• Work on private and public land in strict accordance with statutory health, safety and environmental procedures
• Undertake vehicle checks at the start and finish of each shift
• Ensure all jobs are documented correctly
• Report all defects, accidents and near‑misses immediately to the line manager
• Maintain a driver’s log book in compliance with MOT rules and procedures
• Keep PPE in fit‑for‑purpose condition
• Keep the vehicle and equipment washed down weekly, free from rubbish in hoses, tool boxes and the cab
• Attend training as and when required

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Interpret and comply with company health & safety policy
• Promote a positive health and safety culture; lead by example
• Ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with legislative, company requirements and RAMS
• Complete all required health and safety site documentation
• Read and understand company health and safety documentation on tablets
• Carry out VPRs and DRAs for every job, updating as required
• Report all health, safety and environmental incidents to the line manager within 2 hours of occurrence

Qualifications / Competency

• HGV Class 1/2 driving licence
• ADR licence (desired)
• Ability to work within controlled guidelines and environmental regulations
• Polite and friendly public interaction
• Work with minimal supervision and receive remote instructions
• Previous liquid waste work experience in water utility / environmental services sector desirable; safe street‑work knowledge preferred
• NRSWA Unit 2 (desired)
• High‑pressure water jetting (desired)
• Emergency First Aid (in‑house training provided)
• First Aid at Work (in‑house training provided)
• Manual Handling (in‑house training provided)
• Asbestos awareness (UKATA)
• Standpipe usage competence

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing; Industry: Utilities