HGV Class 2 Driver

Date posted: 20 February 2026

Pay: £16.26-£30.89 per hour

Job Description:

HGV Category C Driver/Operator – Portsmouth

Location: Portsmouth, PO3 5FX Job Type: Full-Time \| Up to 60 hours per week - Permanent

At Universal Tanker Solutions, we believe that great work starts with great people. As a family-run business with a strong reputation across the UK, we specialise in the safe and efficient transport of liquid waste and water. We’re proud to offer a working environment that’s supportive, down-to-earth, and built on mutual respect.

We’re currently looking for a dedicated HGV Category C Driver/Operator to join our Portsmouth team. If you’re seeking a stable, local role with consistent hours, and a company that genuinely values your contribution—this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Driver/Operator, you’ll play a key role in our daily operations, ensuring the safe and timely transport of liquid waste and water to and from client sites. Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating HGV Category C vehicles for local routes
• Performing daily vehicle and equipment checks to maintain safety and compliance
• Working independently while managing your time effectively
• Representing Universal Tanker Solutions professionally and courteously at customer locations

This is a hands-on role that requires reliability, attention to detail, and a strong sense of responsibility. You’ll be part of a team that takes pride in doing the job right, every time.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who brings both skill and attitude to the role. The ideal candidate will have:

• A valid UK Category C Driving License (with no more than 6 penalty points)
• A Driver CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
• The ability to pass a DBS check
• A positive, can-do approach and a strong work ethic

Experience in a similar role is helpful, but not essential—we provide full training to help you succeed.

What you’ll get in return

We know that our drivers are the backbone of our business, and we’re committed to offering a package that reflects that:

• A full-time, permanent contract with consistent hours
• Competitive overtime rates and a bonus scheme to reward your efforts
• Full training and ongoing support
• Free on-site parking
• Company pension plan
• Health and wellbeing program
• Regular company events and a referral program
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing business

Your Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime available
• Based at our Portsmouth Depot

Application Questions

• do you have any pending or unspent convictions?
• do you have any penalty points? if so, how many?

License/Certification:

• Category C License (required)
• digital tachograph card (required)
• driver CPC card (required)

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a role where you’re respected, supported, and part of a team that values what you do, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become a key part of Universal Tanker Solutions—where your work matters, and your wellbeing comes first.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent contract

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, permanent contract

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health \& wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person

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Pay: £16.26-£30.89 per hour

Application question(s):

• DO you have a maximum of 6 points on your license?
• Would you pass a DBS check?

Licence/Certification:

• Category C Licence (required)
• Driver CPC (required)
• Digi Tacograph Card (required)

Work Location: In person