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Job Opportunity: Class 1 Driver (West Thurrock)
Are you a skilled and professional Class 1 Driver? Join our team in West Thurrock!
We are looking for experienced drivers with a Class 1 (Cat CE Vocational Licence) and an ADR in Tanks (min Class 8 & 9) to deliver hazardous chemicals across the UK. If you're health & safety-minded, flexible, and have tanker driving experience, we want to hear from you!
Key Qualifications & Skills:
- Class 1 (Cat CE) Vocational Licence
- ADR in Tanks (minimum Class 8 & 9)
- Driver CPC Vocational Qualification
- Proven experience with tanker driving (essential)
- Strong driving skills and safety awareness
- Knowledge of Driver's Hours and Working Time Directive Rules
- Professional attitude and high standards
- Flexible, can-do approach
Role Overview:
- Transport hazardous chemicals throughout the UK in tankers
- Handle compressor discharge and pump draw off at specific customer sites
- 4 on 4 off shift pattern with overtime available
- Nights out required (0-5 nights per week, paid at £40 per night out)
Training:
- Comprehensive 2-3 week training with an experienced Driver Trainer
- Ongoing assessments and re-training to ensure skills and knowledge are up to date
Salary & Benefits:
- Annual gross salary: £45,427.20 (based on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern)
- Overtime paid at £25.71 per hour (including breaks)
- Nights out paid at £40 each
- Potential to earn in excess of £60,000 per year
- Pro-rata 17.5 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Company Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance (optional), and Cycle to Work scheme
Are you ready to take the wheel of your career? Apply today to join a company that values safety, professionalism, and ongoing development.
