HGV Tanker Driver
Lanes Group
HGV Tanker Driver
Lanes Group
24/7 drainage and utility maintenance contractor
Lanes Group · Leeds, United Kingdom · — · Posted 2026-11-13
Workplace: on_site
Department: Operations
Lanes Group plc is a leading nationwide utility services provider with c.5000 dedicated employees. Our diverse subsidiaries drive our success across various sectors, contributing to a remarkable turnover of over £700 million. We are committed to excellence and innovation, ensuring we provide industry leading services to our clients and stakeholders. Join us to be part of a dynamic and growing team that values diversity and fosters professional growth.
Department:
Yorkshire Water Tankering forms a key part of Lanes Group's wastewater and environmental services offering, providing specialist liquid waste management, tankering, jet-vac, and emergency response services across Northern England and Scotland. Operating from strategically located depots within the wider Lanes network, the division supports utility companies, industrial customers, local authorities, facilities management providers, and commercial businesses with both planned and reactive services.
The team utilises a fleet of high-performance vacuum tankers and jet vac units capable of handling hazardous and non-hazardous liquid waste, sludge, slurry, floodwater, and wastewater. Services range from routine tank emptying and interceptor cleaning through to large-scale emergency spill response and flood relief operations, delivered on a 24/7, 365-day basis.
Purpose of the role:
To independently operate a vacuum tanker and carry out the safe and efficient collection, transportation, and disposal of non-hazardous liquid waste across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region. The role involves supporting drainage and remediation projects, moving treated and untreated waste products, and delivering a high standard of service to customers. The post holder is responsible for maintaining accurate electronic records, conducting daily vehicle and jetting equipment inspections, reporting any safety concerns, and ensuring all work is completed in compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
Please note that full training will be provided.
Location: Leeds
Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern days.
Hourly Rate: £16.50 per hour.
Overtime: Paid at time and a half over standard hours
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Living the Company Values
By embedding our companies core values and purpose into each role, ensures that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’.
Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations; this role holder is expected to:
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Equality, Diversion & Inclusion
At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.
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Lanes Group provides specialist drainage, utility, and asset maintenance services across the UK, available 24/7 for water utilities, rail, highways, energy, construction, and commercial properties. Its work includes emergency drain unblocking, CCTV drainage surveys, sewer cleaning and repair, trenchless (no-dig) sewer rehabilitation, and civil engineering for rail and tram networks, delivered through multiple divisions under long-term contracts with operators like Thames Water. The company stands out as the UK's largest independent drainage contractor with extensive geographic reach and a track record of major projects, supported by investments in safety, training, and technology such as CCTV inspection and VR training. Its goal is to grow its portfolio of long-term contracts and expand into adjacent areas like telecoms and renewable energy, using technology and strong safety practices to become the preferred partner for drainage and asset maintenance in the UK.
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