At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate high-spec tankering units and tackle drainage challenges across various sectors.
- Company: Join the UK's largest independent drainage specialist, The Lanes Group.
- Benefits: Earn up to £14.50 per hour, enjoy enhanced overtime rates and 21 days holiday.
- Other info: Dynamic role with full training and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a friendly team and make a real difference in the community.
- Qualifications: HGV Class 2 licence required; training provided for the right candidates.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 15 £ per hour.
Choose a career with the UK’s biggest independent drainage specialist. The Lanes Group needs a Tanker Cleaner to join our Operational Team, working within a well-established team that is looking to expand further with another strong member of staff.
The job: You will be working independently operating our high specification tankering vacuumation units. Work projects will include any drainage related issues, moving treated and untreated waste product, assisting with remedial works on our Severn Trent Water sites and emergency reactive works. Although you start at the depot, you will be mobile attending to all work activities within various work sectors, including industrial, utility, commercial, and residential. Travelling in your vehicle, you will be covering jobs throughout the region which can involve travel times added in addition.
About you: You may already be familiar with vacuumation tankering works, but no problem if not, as full training will be given for the right candidates. You will be required to hold an HGV Class 2 licence, with no more than 6 penalty points ideally. A Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is desirable. The following skills are also useful:
- Competent in using an electronic device – laptop/tablet for data entry.
- Physical fitness and lots of energy.
- Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.
- HGV 1 or 2 Licence.
- Industry related qualifications such as NRSWA and Confined Space (desirable).
To work in the Utilities industry, you may have to compete with inclement weather outdoors. Protective clothing such as a hi-vis jacket, boots, and a helmet are provided. Due to contract needs, you may be required to start and finish outside of your normal working pattern. You will be expected to comply with all Group Health Safety and Environmental compliance. Full training will be provided as part of a Group Induction. A training package which will include high pressure jetting course, confined space, manual handling, first aid, and other relevant courses will be arranged upon commencement of employment.
Benefits:
- Enhanced overtime rates.
- Salary up to £14.50 dependant on experience.
- 21 days holiday.
- Life Assurance scheme.
- Auto enrolment pension scheme.
- Friendly working environment as part of a growing successful Group.
About Lanes: At the Lanes Group, we believe firmly in looking after our people and our customers. It’s a big part of who we are. It’s also one of the reasons that we have a £200 million+ turnover, over 2200 staff and a network of depots across the country. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.
Tanker Cleaner employer: Lanes Group PLC
At Lanes Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions the growth and development of our emerging talent. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every employee has access to meaningful career pathways and continuous improvement opportunities. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and you can make a real impact on the future of our workforce.
