HGV Class 2 Drainage Tanker Driver
60 Days Old
Taunton, Somerset
Contract:
Permanent | Full-time Pay:
£15.00
£17.00 per hour (depending on
previous
drainage experience)
Overtime:
Enhanced overtime rates
plus a monthly staying away allowance of up to £1,600 per month
Training:
Full training and ongoing development provided A long-term opportunity for Class 2 drivers
drainage experience not essential We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established wastewater and drainage services provider supporting critical infrastructure across the
UK. The business works closely with water authorities, utilities and commercial clients, delivering high-quality drainage,
tanker
and specialist cleaning services. They are known for strong operational and safety standards and for investing in both equipment and people. This role is suitable for
either
Class 2 HGV drivers looking to move into the drainage industry
as
full training
is
provided,
or e
xperienced drainage
/
wastewater tanker drivers seeking stable, long-term employment with paid overtime and good-quality equipment. Youll
earn between £15.00 and £17.00 per hour, depending on experience, with enhanced overtime rates
on top of this
. Th
is
role also involves staying away
Monday to Friday so
,
an
additional
staying away allowance of up to £1,600 per month, meaning that th
ere are genuine opportunities to significantly increase your monthly take-home pay through overtime and allowances. For drivers who are motivated and open to travel, this is a strong earning role with consistent hours and long-term stability. The Role Driving and operating Class 2 HGV drainage tankers on wastewater and drainage projects
Carrying out vacuum tanker operations, including suction and disposal
Working on sewers, wet wells, tanks,
siphons
and other wastewater assets
Supporting jetting and cleaning operations as part of a site team
Manual handling including hoses, site
clean-ups
and debris removal
Working in confined spaces and challenging outdoor environments
Completing digital job sheets, site
reports
and vehicle checks
Maintaining vehicles and equipment to high operational standards
Happy with
working away and participation in the on-call rota
About You Essential: Full
clean
UK Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence
Valid CPC card
HGV driving experience (minimum 2 years preferred)
Reliable,
professional
and safety-conscious
Comfortable with hands-on, outdoor work
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Right to work in the UK
Experience: Previous
drainage, wastewater,
tanker
or jetting experience is
advantageous
but not essential
Drivers without drainage experience will receive full training
Pay is aligned to
previous
drainage experience within the £15£17 per hour range
Tickets beneficial (or willingness to obtain): High-Pressure Water Jetting (WJA)
Confined Space Entry
NRSWA / Street Works
CSCS Card
If
youre
a Class 2 driver looking for a stable role with progression opportunities
,
whether
youre
experienced in drainage or new to the sector
,
apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Logistics;Logistics
