Full time Contract Temporary

HGV Driver - Class 1 / C+E

Pertemps Newcastle
Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS2 1BY
money-bag £16.88 per hour
Posted: 10 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 09 September 2026
Ref: 60622992

HGV Class 1 Tipper Driver (C+E)
Location: Tees Dock Road, Middlesbrough
Salary: £16.88 per hour with uplift for different shift times
Contract: Fixed Term Contract – minimum 5 Months
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week | 4 shifts out of 7 | Days and Nights (uplift for different shift times and days)
Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of Northumbrian Water for an experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Tipper Driver based at Tees Dock Road, Middlesbrough.
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the region's leading utility companies, playing a key role in supporting wastewater operations across the North East.
The Role
As an HGV C+E Tanker Driver, you will be responsible for transporting sludge products from Northumbrian Water's sewage treatment works across the North East to treatment facilities.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Operating HGV Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently
  • Ensuring compliance with Driver Hours Regulations, Working Time Directive and O-Licence requirements
  • Carrying out daily vehicle inspections and defect reporting in line with DVSA standards
  • Maintaining a clean, safe and compliant vehicle at all times
  • Safely loading and unloading tanker equipment in accordance with Northumbrian Water Health & Safety procedures
  • Promoting and supporting the "Everyone Home Safe Everyday" culture
  • Driving in a fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner
  • Delivering excellent service whilst representing Northumbrian Water professionally
What We're Looking For:
  • Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
  • Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience
  • Valid Driver CPC qualification
  • Valid Digital Tachograph Card
  • Good understanding of EU Drivers' Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive
  • Strong commitment to health, safety and compliance

Important Information
This role has been designated as a safety and security critical position. As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Failure to meet the required standards may result in any offer of employment being withdrawn.
Northumbrian Water is committed to Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We believe a diverse workforce strengthens our teams and better reflects the communities we serve.
Apply today and become part of a team committed to keeping the North East flowing safely and sustainably.

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