Water Tanker Driver
Heywood Based | 5 on 2 off | £40,000.00
Join a Specialist Logistics Team
Quest Medical (UK) Ltd is one of the UK's leading providers of logistics and maintenance services supporting the mobile medical industry.
We are currently seeking a reliable and professional Water Tanker Driver to join our logistics team based in Heywood. This role plays a vital part in supporting healthcare services by delivering clean water and removing wastewater from mobile medical units across the UK.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver looking for a stable, long-term role within a growing business that supports critical healthcare infrastructure.
The Role
As a Water Tanker Driver, you will be responsible for the safe operation of company water tankers, transporting clean water from approved sources to customer locations and removing wastewater where required. You will ensure all work is carried out safely, professionally and in accordance with company and legal requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Safely operating 2,000–4,000 litre water tanker vehicles.
- Delivering clean water and removing wastewater from customer sites.
- Completing all pre-use vehicle inspections before commencing journeys.
- Carrying out routine vehicle safety checks, including oil, coolant, tyres, lights and other essential maintenance inspections.
- Loading and unloading water safely using hoses and associated equipment.
- Connecting and disconnecting trailers where required.
- Ensuring vehicles are operated safely in all weather, road and traffic conditions.
- Completing daily vehicle checks, tachograph records and all required transport documentation accurately.
- Reporting vehicle defects, damage or maintenance issues promptly.
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation of vehicles and equipment.
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure customer requirements are met safely and efficiently.
- Providing excellent customer service while representing Quest Medical professionally at customer sites.
- Maintaining compliance with all health and safety policies, road traffic legislation and company procedures.
What We're Looking ForEssential:
- Full UK C driving licence.
- Valid Driver CPC qualification.
- Minimum of 2 years' commercial driving experience.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Flexible approach to working hours and shift patterns.
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
- Previous experience operating water tankers or similar specialist vehicles.
- Experience working within healthcare, utilities or specialist logistics.
- Knowledge of vehicle defect reporting systems and tachograph regulations.
Salary & Overtime
- Salary: £40,000 per annum
- Overtime may be available depending on business requirements.
Benefits
- Company pension.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- On-site parking.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Long-term career opportunities within a growing business.
Why Join Quest Medical?
- Play an essential role supporting the UK healthcare sector.
- Stable, long-term employment with a growing company.
- Modern fleet and specialist equipment.
- Supportive and experienced operations team.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
Quest Medical (UK) Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Pay: From £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Experience:
- commercial driving : 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Full UK C driving licence (required)
- Driver CPC qualification (required)
Work Location: In person
