At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive specialist vehicles and respond to emergency drainage situations.
- Company: Join a family-run business with over 39 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime opportunities, pension, and employee wellbeing programme.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and comprehensive training provided.
- Why this job: Enjoy job security and long-term career growth in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Valid HGV Class 1 or 2 licence and experience in drainage or environmental services.
The predicted salary is between 16.1 - 16.1 £ per hour.
We are currently seeking experienced and motivated HGV Drivers to join our growing team. This is a hands-on, varied role combining driving with drainage engineering, offering excellent earning potential, job security, and long-term career opportunities.
MTS Cleansing Services is a well-established, family-run business with over 39 years of industry experience. We pride ourselves on delivering reliable, high-quality services while maintaining a supportive and team-focused working environment. We value hard work, reward commitment, and provide opportunities for long-term career growth within a stable and respected company.
Working Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 6:00am - 4:00pm (50-hour contracted week)
- Regular overtime opportunities, including evenings, nights, and weekends
- Flexible working structure: Working pattern aligned to an 18/6 schedule (up to 18-hour shifts including breaks, followed by 6 hours required downtime)
Salary & Earning Potential:
- ~£16.10 per hour (£41,860 basic annual salary)
- ~Overtime paid at £24.15 per hour (time and a half after 50 hours)
- ~Significant earning potential through overtime can be £3k-5k+ monthly take home, dependent on the overtime you wish to do
- ~Call-Out Bonuses: ~£30 per weekday
- ~Competitive salary with excellent overtime rates
- ~Company pension & death-in-service cover
- ~20 days annual leave, increasing with service
- ~Bank holidays
- ~Holiday pay based on average earnings (including overtime)
- ~Employee Assistance & wellbeing programme
- ~Free on-site parking
- ~Referral programme
- ~Company events
- ~Flexible working opportunities
- ~Long-term career progression and job security
Responsibilities:
- Operate specialist vehicles including jetting tankers, super suction tankers, and combination units (training provided)
- Respond to emergency callouts, including sewer blockages, flooding, and pollution incidents
- Work on both private and public land in line with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Carry out vehicle checks at the start and end of each shift
- Attend training and support other teams when required
Requirements:
- Valid HGV Class 2 or Class 1 licence
- Ability to work independently and follow remote instructions
- Experience in drainage, liquid waste, or environmental services
- Street works or high-pressure water jetting experience
Training Provided:
- Manual Handling
- Asbestos Awareness
- EUSR Water Hygiene Card (Blue)
- Additional relevant safety and industry training
HGV CLASS1 DRIVERS - Driving in Cheltenham employer: MTS Cleansing Services Ltd
MTS Cleansing Services is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and team-focused work culture that values hard work and commitment. With over 39 years of industry experience, we provide our HGV Drivers with excellent earning potential through competitive salaries and overtime opportunities, alongside long-term career growth and comprehensive training. Our family-run business prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible working arrangements, a company pension, and various employee benefits to ensure a rewarding and secure career.
Contact Details:
MTS Cleansing Services Ltd Recruitment Team
