We are recruiting for a HGV Class 2 Tanker Driver Technician to join a growing environmental and industrial services business operating in Portsmouth.
This is a hands-on, multi-skilled role combining tanker driving, specialist cleaning, and technical operations - ideal for someone with experience working around tankers, pumping systems, or marine environments.
The Role
You'll be responsible for a range of tanker and environmental duties, including:
Driving and operating vacuum tanker vehicles
Carrying out pumping, servicing, repair, and cleaning of tanks, bilges, compartments, and ship systems
Completing high-pressure jetting and specialist cleaning work
Leading and organising teams on-site to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently
Completing job sheets, documentation, and customer sign-offs
Working in line with waste management, PPE, tanker regulations, and Health & Safety procedures
Supporting service engineers and liaising with customers on-site
Maintaining high cleanliness and professional standards at all times
This role can involve confined space work, fire sentry duties, and specialist industrial cleaning , so flexibility and a strong work ethic are essential.
What We're Looking For
Valid HGV Class 2 licence
Driver CPC & Digital Tacho Card
ADR licence (if held) beneficial
Experience operating:
Vacuum tankers / Pressure washers / Pumping systems
Knowledge of: Ship systems / Specialist tank & bilge cleaning / Confined space working / MAR pack procedures
Confident using hand tools and carrying out practical, hands-on work
Strong communication and organisational skills
Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work under pressure
The Details
Full-time, permanent position
Based in Portsmouth
Competitive salary / Overtime Rate after 40 hours.
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Varied role with long-term progression
What's On Offer
Competitive salary package
Opportunity to work within a specialist sector
Hands-on, varied role with no two days the same
Supportive working environment
Long-term career opportunities
Apply
If you're a skilled Tanker Driver Technician looking for a varied role where you can combine driving with specialist technical work, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: From £32,960.00 per year
Application question(s):
Do you have any drainage / tanker experience?
Do you have any HGV Driving Experience?
Do you have a notice period to work?
Work Location: In person
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