At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive LGV Class 1 vehicles for waste collections across our network.
- Company: Join Schenk UK, the largest chemical transporter with over 60 years of experience.
- Benefits: Earn £14.71 per hour, with overtime rates and fully paid breaks.
- Other info: Enjoy continuous training and development opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a safety-first team in a secure, permanent role.
- Qualifications: Must have LGV Class 1 licence and Driver CPC; vacuum tanker experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 14.71 - 14.71 £ per hour.
Schenk UK is an innovative national tanker haulage business operating one of the largest road tanker fleets in the UK. For over 60 years, we’ve proudly served the chemicals, gas, fuels, waste, and powders sectors, making us the UK’s largest chemical transporter.
Pay & Benefits
- £14.71 per hour (basic rate)
- Guaranteed 50 hours
- Overtime (Mon–Fri): £22.07/hr after 9 hours per shift
- Saturday overtime: £22.07/hr after 3 hours worked
- Sunday & bank holidays: £29.42/hr after 3 hours worked
- Weekend working is part of the shift pattern (reflected in pay rates)
- Bank holiday working also required (premium pay reflects unsocial hours)
- Fully paid breaks
- All CPC training hours, courses, accreditations & driver medicals paid
- Full PPE provided
What We’re Looking For
- LGV Class 1 licence (max 6 points)
- Driver CPC and valid tachograph card
- Minimum 2 years’ Class 1 experience
- Vacuum tanker experience preferred (training provided if required)
- Strong knowledge of Driver Transport Legislation
- Safety-focused mindset
Why Join Schenk?
- Competitive hourly rates with unsociable hours premiums
- Permanent, secure role with guaranteed shift pattern
- Be part of the UK’s No.1 chemical transporter with 60+ years of success
- Continuous training and development opportunities
- A company that puts safety and drivers first
We’re now seeking experienced LGV Class 1 Drivers to join our waste operations team at our Knostrop site, working Monday to Friday tramping. You’ll be responsible for working across our waste network, covering waste collections. If you’re an experienced Class 1 driver and have a safety-first approach, apply today and start a rewarding career with Schenk UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
