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HGV Class 1 Tanker Driver (C E) – 3 Month FTC Howdon, Tyne & Wear £37,756 per annum (£16.88 per hour) Fixed Term Contract – 3 Months up to 43 hours per week

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of Northumbrian Water for an experienced HGV Class 1 (C E) Night Tanker Driver based at Howdon.

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 at Bran Sands and Howdon.

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 ForEssential requirements: 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

Desirable: Tanker driving experience (full training provided if not held)

Important InformationThis 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 Failure to meet the required standards may result in any offer of employment being withdrawn.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.