Class 2 Driver
CV-LibraryCardiff, South GlamorgancontractPosted: 5 November 2026
Apply NowStreamline Recruitment is recruiting a Class 2 driver to operate a 32-tonne jet vac in Cardiff for a leading environmental waste management company. You will work alongside an experienced tanker operative who will support you with on-site duties and equipment operation.
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Pay: £19.00 per hour (Ltd or Umbrella, IR35 exempt).
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Shift pattern: Monday to Friday, with some weekend work.
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Typical hours: Approximately 06:00–17:00, with a minimum of 10 hours’ pay guaranteed per shift.
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Site credentials: Valid CSCS / EUSR credentials are beneficial but not mandatory.
The role
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Drive and operate a 32-tonne jet vac, working alongside an experienced tanker operative.
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Carry out jetting and vacuum tanker duties, with full training provided.
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Handle hoses, pipes and tanker equipment safely during operations, loading and discharge.
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Complete vehicle checks and use a tablet to receive work tickets, record defects and report issues.
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Maintain accurate drivers’ hours records using logbooks.
Essential requirements
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Full LGV Class 2 (Category C) licence with at least six months’ driving experience and no more than six penalty points.
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Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
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Good knowledge of GB Domestic and EU drivers’ hours rules and the Working Time Directive.
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Ability to handle tanker equipment, use tablet-based reporting systems and communicate professionally with clients and the public.
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Willingness to work occasional weekends.
Training and opportunities
Previous vacuum tanker or wastewater industry experience and valid CSCS / EUSR credentials are desirable but not essential. The role offers consistent, full-time work, opportunities for additional hours at enhanced rates and training towards qualifications in jetting, confined spaces and traffic management. There is also potential to progress into a permanent position
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Pay: £19.00 per hour (Ltd or Umbrella, IR35 exempt).
*
Shift pattern: Monday to Friday, with some weekend work.
*
Typical hours: Approximately 06:00–17:00, with a minimum of 10 hours’ pay guaranteed per shift.
*
Site credentials: Valid CSCS / EUSR credentials are beneficial but not mandatory.
The role
*
Drive and operate a 32-tonne jet vac, working alongside an experienced tanker operative.
*
Carry out jetting and vacuum tanker duties, with full training provided.
*
Handle hoses, pipes and tanker equipment safely during operations, loading and discharge.
*
Complete vehicle checks and use a tablet to receive work tickets, record defects and report issues.
*
Maintain accurate drivers’ hours records using logbooks.
Essential requirements
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Full LGV Class 2 (Category C) licence with at least six months’ driving experience and no more than six penalty points.
*
Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
*
Good knowledge of GB Domestic and EU drivers’ hours rules and the Working Time Directive.
*
Ability to handle tanker equipment, use tablet-based reporting systems and communicate professionally with clients and the public.
*
Willingness to work occasional weekends.
Training and opportunities
Previous vacuum tanker or wastewater industry experience and valid CSCS / EUSR credentials are desirable but not essential. The role offers consistent, full-time work, opportunities for additional hours at enhanced rates and training towards qualifications in jetting, confined spaces and traffic management. There is also potential to progress into a permanent position