Tanker Driver

We describe ourselves as a ‘community within a community' here at Wessex Water, and the role of a Tanker Driver is a key part of our customer journey. 

What you'll do

We have around 400 water recycling centres (sewage treatment works) and more than 2,000 sewage pumping stations.

The water you use to clean your teeth, shower and bath, and flush the toilet becomes sewage – we treat 888 million litres of it every day. Our Tanker Drivers work across our region to ensure its safe and timely delivery to and from sites.

The job involves transporting sewage sludge to and from specified sites, while also ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and keeping costs low by ensuring the product is collected from the correct place and on schedule.

You may also be involved in emergency driving in the event of breakdowns.

What you'll need

You will need to have a clean HGV Class 1 driving licence and be qualified in, or working towards, Drivers CPC. 

Excellent knowledge of VOSA regulations is also essential to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation. Health and safety and field practice awareness are also a priority.

Experience with vacuum/pressure tankers or similar equipment is advantageous. Lone working is part of this role, so you must be capable of working unsupervised.

You should also be computer literate and have a strong geographical knowledge of the area. Strong communication skills are also essential.

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. 

Who we are 

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.