Quest Waste Management
HGV Tanker Drivers – Nights
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Job Category: HGV Class 1 HGV Class 2
Job Type: Nights
Job Location: Leeds
Salary: Competitive plus benefits
Quest Waste Management is a leading provider of environmental services, delivering specialist drainage, liquid waste, and bulk tanker solutions to clients across the UK. Built on a reputation for reliability, safety, and quality, we provide compliant and efficient services across a wide range of sectors.
Our expertise covers everything from planned maintenance and emergency response to complex, large-scale infrastructure projects. By investing in the latest equipment and innovative working practices, we consistently deliver safe, effective, and high-quality solutions.
Due to continued growth, we are expanding our dedicated night operations team and are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 and Class 2 Tanker Drivers to support increasing demand.
This is a night shift position, ideal for professional drivers who thrive working overnight as part of a specialist operational team delivering essential services across the UK.
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Key Responsibilities
- Operate a range of specialist vacuum tankers (full training provided where required)
- Respond to emergency call-outs including sewer blockages, flooding, and pollution incidents
- Collect and safely dispose of liquid and controlled waste in line with all regulatory requirements
- Maintain full compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures
- Complete pre- and post-shift vehicle inspections
- Accurately record job details and maintain required documentation
- Ensure PPE is worn correctly and kept in good condition
- Support other operational teams when vehicles are off the road or additional assistance is required
Essential Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 1 / Class 2 licence with no more than 6 penalty points
- Valid Driver CPC and Tachograph card
- Tanker experience preferred (training available for the right candidate)
- Previous training or competency in high-pressure jetting, first aid, or manual handling is desirable
- A flexible, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills as the business grows
- A current, up-to-date Street Works card is desirable and would support meeting contract requirements.
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What We Offer
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer – NEST or salary sacrifice option)
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A supportive, team-focused working environment
- Long-term stability within a growing business
Quest Waste Management is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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