HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver

Job Role: HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver ADR Qualified | Tanker Operations | Environmental Services Location: Shaftesbury, Dorset Salary: £17.64 per hour Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: Monday to Friday Flexible working pattern based around a 48-hour week Overtime: Paid at 1.5x hourly rate    Role Overview: Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 or Class 2 Driver looking for a role that offers more than simply driving from A to B? We are recruiting reliable and professional HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Drivers to join a growing environmental services operation based in Shaftesbury. As an HGV Driver, you will play a vital role in supporting environmental and industrial operations across the region, collecting and transporting hazardous and non-hazardous waste whilst operating specialist vacuum tanker equipment. This is a hands-on role combining driving responsibilities with operational support, offering excellent variety, long-term stability and genuine career progression opportunities. The successful HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver will be safety-focused, customer-oriented and comfortable working within a regulated environment where compliance, professionalism and teamwork are key.    Why Join Us? Competitive hourly rate of £17.64 per hour Regular overtime opportunities Permanent, full-time employment Monday to Friday working pattern Flexitime arrangement Ongoing training and development Opportunity to diversify your skills beyond traditional driving roles Career progression within a growing environmental services business Stable, long-term employment with an expanding operation    Key Responsibilities: HGV Driving & Tanker Operations Operate HGV Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles safely and efficiently Operate vacuum tanker vehicles across customer sites Complete scheduled collections and deliveries Manage routes effectively to meet service requirements and deadlines Comply with all transport legislation, ADR requirements and drivers’ hours regulations Ensure safe transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous materials Vehicle & Equipment Responsibilities Carry out daily vehicle inspections and compliance checks Complete defect reporting and maintenance documentation Ensure vehicles are maintained to a high operational standard Keep vehicles clean, presentable and roadworthy Maintain accurate transport and operational records Operational & Site Support Support operational teams during loading and unloading activities Assist with environmental and industrial service operations when required Work closely with site teams to ensure efficient service delivery Participate in waste management and environmental service activities Health, Safety & Compliance Adhere to all company health, safety and environmental procedures Handle hazardous and non-hazardous waste safely and responsibly Work in accordance with ADR and environmental regulations Report defects, incidents, hazards and near misses Promote a positive safety culture at all times Customer Service Provide a professional service to customers and site personnel Build positive working relationships with clients Act as a positive ambassador for the business Resolve day-to-day operational issues professionally and effectively    Essential Criteria: Minimum 12 months' experience driving HGV Class 1 and/or Class 2 vehicles Valid HGV Licence (Class 1 and/or Class 2) Driver CPC Qualification Digital Tachograph Card ADR Licence Experience operating tanker or vacuum tanker vehicles Strong understanding of transport compliance and driver regulations Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and effectively manage workload Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual duties where required Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions    Desirable Criteria: Experience within: Environmental Services Waste Management Industrial Services Utilities Drainage Operations Experience handling hazardous waste streams Knowledge of vacuum tanker or drainage operations Experience within time-critical operational environments     Additional Information: Based from the Shaftesbury depot with regional travel to customer sites Flexitime working arrangement 48-hour working week plus overtime opportunities Role combines driving duties with operational support activities Ongoing training and development available    How to Apply: For more information or to apply for the HGV Class 1 & Class 2 Driver role, please contact: Robert Rowe (phone number removed) (url removed)