Overview
Class 2 ADR Mini Bulk Tanker Driver (Seasonal) – Location: Preston
Pay Rate: 35k per annum (pro rata). Shift times typical start 05:00 with finish around 14:00/15:00. This is an annualised hours contract paid monthly, working Monday to Friday with flexibility to cover weekends and bank holidays as required. Saturdays paid at time and a half; Sundays and bank holidays paid at double time. Overtime hours are paid monthly in arrears. This is a 6 month fixed term contract.
Manpower are recruiting for 2 x Class 2 ADR Seasonal Mini Bulk Tanker Drivers. You will be responsible for ensuring the company’s distribution activities are performed in a safe, efficient, cost‑effective, and courteous manner.
Responsibilities
* Perform daily scheduled checks on the vehicle before commencing delivery and after completion of daily activities. Log and report all damages and vehicle defects.
* Ensure compliance with UK transport legislation regarding tachographs, driving hours and records.
* Check and report all customer sites conform with safety, signage, housekeeping (standard of paintwork, shrubbery, fences, walls) using the prescribed format.
* Communicate with the Logistics Planners regularly, particularly when updating delays or disruptions of the delivery schedule and over/under stock situations.
* Carry sufficient documentation confirming competence and authorisation to drive the company vehicle; ensure the vehicle displays required HAZCHEM signs and written instructions.
* Ensure a properly completed meter ticket showing quantity of gas delivered; obtain customer signature where possible as proof of delivery.
* Loading and discharging of vehicles in line with HSE standards and ensure no customer tank is filled beyond 85% of tank capacity.
* Support and cover on‑call arrangements including weekends and bank holidays.
* Report all competitor activities discovered during duties to the Area Operations Supervisor.
* Undertake such training as deemed necessary by the company.
* Start time commonly around 06:00; drivers may choose their start time once on site, provided daily work is completed (typical shifts ~10–12 hours).
Working Arrangements & Benefits
* Working within a matrix organisation, reporting to the Site Operations Manager; team of circa 70 drivers across the UK.
* Daily travel to customer sites within a set radius; additional UK travel to cover on‑call.
* £1,000 signing on bonus after passing a 3‑month probationary period.
Qualifications and Essentials
* Full UK driving licence, including authorisation for the category of vehicle to be driven.
* Current ADR licence, including Core, Tanks & Class 2.
* Maximum of 6 points (no DDs).
* Understanding of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
* Working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act.
* Understanding of HSE risks, emergency procedures, escape routes and fire prevention conditions.
* Understanding of incident reporting and safe operating procedures.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work under pressure within a seasonal business.
* Confidence working autonomously.
Apply now for immediate consideration.
Job Details
* Job Title: Class 2 ADR Mini Bulk Tanker Driver (Seasonal)
* Company: Manpower
* Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
* Posted: Sep 15, 2025
* Closes: Oct 16, 2025
* Sector: Distribution
* Contract: Temporary
* Hours: Full Time
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