Tanker driver

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 1 January 2026
LOCATION
Wednesbury
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Transportation
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

HGV Class 1 Licence ADR Licence Tanker experience Vehicle maintenance Communication skills Problem-solving Waste management Curtain-sider experience

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 ADR Driver to join their transport team in Wednesbury. The role involves transporting hazardous and non-hazardous waste across the UK, operating ADR tankers and curtain-siders, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and long-term stability.

Job Description

Tanker driver

Location Wednesbury

Reports to Transport Manager

[Employer hidden] is an ambitious company committed to becoming the UK’s premier waste management provider. Every team member plays a vital role in our journey to excellence.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 ADR Driver to join our transport team in Wednesbury.

In this permanent role, you’ll use your tanker expertise and essential ADR Licence to safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste across the UK.

Operating both ADR tankers and curtain-siders, you’ll play a key part in maintaining our high standards in safety and waste management. In return, we offer competitive pay, benefits, and long-term stability with a forward-thinking employer.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate HGV Class 1 ADR tankers and curtain-siders across the UK.
  • Transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste in full compliance with ADR regulations and company policies.
  • Carry out vehicle checks, maintenance reporting, and safe loading/unloading of tankers.
  • Complete accurate documentation and waste transfer notes for each journey.
  • Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance at all times.
  • Represent the company in a professional manner, providing excellent customer service at collection and delivery points.
  • Work flexibly to support the transport team, including occasional nights out if required.

Essential Qualifications & Experience What You’ll Bring

  • HGV Class 1 Licence (essential)
  • Valid Digi Tacho Card
  • ADR Licence (essential)
  • Experience with curtain-siders (desirable)
  • Tanker experience (essential)
  • Knowledge of waste and industrial cleaning industry (desirable)
  • Strong communication skills at all levels
  • Natural leadership qualities with a focus on process
  • Problem-solving mindset with practical solutions
  • Ability to work on your own initiative

HRJD – Date Reviewed 12/02/25

[Employer hidden] LTD

HEAD OFFICE & REGISTERED OFFICE: UNIT 4 NEWLANDS COURT, ATTWOOD ROAD, BURNTWOOD BUSINESS PARK, BURNTWOOD, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS7 3GF

HRJD – Date Reviewed 12/02/25

[Employer hidden] LTD

HEAD OFFICE & REGISTERED OFFICE: UNIT 4 NEWLANDS COURT, ATTWOOD ROAD, BURNTWOOD BUSINESS PARK, BURNTWOOD, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS7 3GF

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