HGV Class 1 Vacuum Tanker Driver (C+E)

About The Role

Pertemps Newcastle seeks an HGV Class 1 Vacuum Tanker Driver (C+E) for Northumbrian Water at Tees Dock Road, Stockton-on-Tees. This full-time temporary contract runs a minimum of five months, offering £16.88 hourly with overtime up to 2.2x. Working up to forty hours weekly across day and night shifts, the driver transports sludge from sewage treatment works throughout the North East to processing sites. Duties include operating C+E vehicles safely, meeting compliance standards, completing documentation, and liaising with site teams. Applicants need a valid HGV Class 1 licence, tanker experience, strong safety awareness, and reliable timekeeping. Utility or wastewater sector background proves advantageous.

HGV Class 1 Vacuum Tanker Driver (C+E)

Tees Dock Road

£16.88 per hour (overtime options available up to 2.2x hourly rate)

Fixed Term Contract – minimum 5 Months

Up to 40 hours per week, Days and Nights

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of Northumbrian Water for an experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver based out of their Tees Dock Road Facility.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the region's leading utility companies, playing a key role in supporting wastewater operations across the North East.

As an HGV C+E Tanker Driver, you will be responsible for transporting sludge products from Northumbrian Water's sewage treatment works across the North East to treatment facilities.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Operating HGV Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently
• Ensuring compliance with Driver Hours Regulations, Working Time Directive and O-Licence requirements
• Carrying out daily vehicle inspections and defect reporting in line with DVSA standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe and compliant vehicle at all times
• Safely loading and unloading tanker equipment in accordance with Northumbrian Water Health & Safety procedures
• Promoting and supporting the "Everyone Home Safe Everyday" culture
• Driving in a fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner
• Delivering excellent service whilst representing Northumbrian Water professionally

What We're Looking For

• Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience
• Valid Driver CPC qualification
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of EU Drivers' Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive
• Strong commitment to health, safety and compliance

Important Information

This role has been designated as a safety and security critical position. As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Failure to meet the required standards may result in any offer of employment being withdrawn.

Northumbrian Water is committed to Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We believe a diverse workforce strengthens our teams and better reflects the communities we serve.

Apply today and become part of a team committed to keeping the North East flowing safely and sustainably.