Job Description

You will transport treated or untreated liquid sludge via road tanker/tipper between United Utilities sites using tankers ranging from 13t to 32t payload.



You will ensure compliance with all relevant legal requirements i.e. driver's hours, vehicle daily checks, defect reporting and driver licence checks.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

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You will be responsible for loading the tanker using the on-board vacuum system, and unloading the tanker using the on-board pressure system. You will also load and unload bulk tipper trucks using silo loading systems and or loading shovels (load all or similar), utilising weigh bridges and on board weighing systems to ensure GVW and axle loadings are not exceeded.



You will also be responsible for:


Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements and procedures are followed in particular to drive and operate the vehicle in a safe manner, fuel efficiently and delivering excellent customer service Assisting field staff when required. Working with operations to ensure sludge optimum sludge quality is achieved for transportation

Technical Skills & Experience

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To be successful in this role you will need to be an excellent communicator with good team working skills.. You will also have knowledge of Transport and Health & Safety Legislation, as well as:


Experience of dealing with customers Analytical skills with the ability to display initiative. Technical proficiency

This role may not be eligible for the visa sponsorship

Qualifications

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Essential Qualifications

Category C+E Driving Licence Driver CPC Telehandler license

Desirable Qualifications

It would be advantageous to have training and/or experience in the use of vacuum and pressure tankers To have completed training in Emergency First Aid, Manual Handling and to have basic IT skills.

About the Team

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The team have a good rapport with the other team members and managers There is clear leadership within the team We make decisions together We celebrate success together There is trust within the team

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU





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