Overview
Reference
0000049266 Salary
£35,000 - £40,000/annum Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- West Midlands -- West Midlands -- Coventry Job Type
Permanent Posted
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Class 2 Tanker Driver (Drainage & Utilities)
Salary: £34,000-£37,000 (Average OTE £50,000-£60,000)
Overtime: Available Monday to Friday, Saturday 1.25x Saturday, 2x on Sunday. DOOR TO DOOR PAID
Extra £5 per hour for unsociable hours (21.00-02.00)
Interaction recruitment has partnered with a nationwide infrastructure maintenance and sustainability company. Due to their exponential growth and success, they’re actively seeking to onboard experienced drainage engineers to come in and hit the ground running! If you’re looking for a company offering strong career growth—this role could be ideal.
Benefits
1. Support with obtaining and maintaining relevant industry certifications.
2. 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
3. Potential earnings exceeding £80,000 per annum
4. Clear career progression paths.
5. Company Pension and wider benefits scheme
6. Overtime Paid at enhanced rate inclusive of overnight stay subsidiaries
7. Life insurance included.
The Duties
8. Operate a HGV drainage tanker to complete pre‑planned maintenance works.
9. Maintain the tanker and associated equipment to the highest standards.
10. Carry out vacuum tanker operations and wastewater management duties.
11. Adhere to all health & safety procedures, following safe working practices for tanker operations.
12. Work alongside an assistant, ensuring accurate communication and reporting back to the office.
13. Support the CCTV & Drainage teams by facilitating surveys, inspections, and detailed investigative works.
Ideal Candidate
14. Minimum one year of experience in the drainage industry.
15. Holds a Class 2 HGV licence as a minimum requirement.
16. Strong problem‑solving skills and excellent attention to detail.
17. Open to flexible working hours, sometimes as early as 2am and the occasional overnight stays.
Similar Roles include:
Class 2 Tanker Driver, LGV2 Tanker Driver, HGV Class 2 Tanker Operator, Tanker Operator, Tanker Driver (Class 2), Vacuum Tanker Driver, Waste Tanker Driver, Jet Vac Tanker Driver, Jetting Tanker Operator
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