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HGV Class 1 Driver

CV-Library Abbey Wood Posted 02 Oct 2026 Closing: 01 Jan 0001
Permanent Class 1 (C+E) Featured
£38842/annum

Job Description & Overview

<p class="text-muted mb-3">As an HGV Driver,</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will be required to drive and operate vehicles and plant to the greatest profitability and efficiency to deliver the Bio Recycling service within Thames Water sites and to external locations. To enter deliveries into the cake logging system as appropriate.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Within this role,</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will be safely operating vehicles associated with Bio Recycling services at Thames Water sites and external locations, working collaboratively with other Thames Water employees across our sites to aid the efficient delivery of Bio Recycling’s activities.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">HGV Biosolids Class 1 Driver Job Details</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">38.5 hours per week, working a rotating shift pattern.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This position is based in the Crossness Area (East London) or Iver Area (West London)</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Full training and an excellent wider benefits package.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Offering £38,842 per annum.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">What should you bring to the role?</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The essential criteria to help you succeed in this role are:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience as a Class 1 HGV Driver is essential for deliveries and plant movements.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">A front-end Loader licence holder would be beneficial.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience in tipping lorries will be beneficial.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience delivering to farms or agricultural sites is desirable.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">No more than 6 penalty points and no DR or IN convictions on your licence.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">A full driver CPC and a valid Driver Tachograph card.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Demonstrate a clear knowledge of Transport Law and the Road Traffic Act.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Have a working knowledge of Drivers' Hours rules and Working Time regulations.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Who are we?</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Learn more about our purpose and values</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working at Thames Water</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know; we’re here to help and support.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be provided for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment</p>

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Key Details
  • Date Posted: 02 Oct 2026
  • Location: Abbey Wood
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Licence: Class 1 (C+E)
  • Category: Engineering
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