HGV 1 Tanker Driver

March 14, 2026
£38100 - £38100
Urgent

Job Description

Class 1 ADR Fuel Tanker Driver – Aberdeen

Permanent – £38,100 Basic (£48k+ OTE)

A well-established fuel distribution company is looking for a professional HGV Class 1 (C+E) tanker driver to join their team delivering petroleum products to domestic, commercial and forecourt customers across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable fuel distributor offering long-term employment, modern vehicles and strong earning potential.

Salary & Earnings for HGV 1 Tanker Driver

  • £38,100 basic salary (40 hours pw)
  • On-target earnings £48,000+ per year
  • Overtime paid at time and a half

The Role as a HGV 1 Tanker Driver

  • Delivery of petroleum fuel products to domestic, commercial and retail forecourt customers
  • Operating modern Class 1 tanker vehicles
  • Working to strict ADR and petroleum safety standards
  • Maintaining high levels of customer service and professionalism

Shift Pattern for a HGV 1 Tanker Driver

  • Typically Monday to Friday
  • Minimum 40 hours per week
  • Opportunity for regular overtime
  • Some flexibility required during seasonal demand periods

Requirements for a HGV 1 Tanker Driver

  • HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
  • ADR certificate (Class 3 Tanks) preferred
  • Previous fuel tanker / petroleum delivery experience advantageous
  • Tanker experience from chemicals, gas or other liquid sectors also considered
  • Strong safety awareness and customer service skills

Training & Development as a HGV 1 Tanker Driver

Training may be provided for suitable drivers from general haulage backgrounds, including:

  • PDP training
  • Smith System training
  • Full tanker operational training

Benefits for a HGV 1 Tanker Driver

  • Life insurance
  • Sick pay
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Retail, travel and entertainment discounts
  • On-site parking

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £38,100.00-£47,500.00 per year

Experience:

  • Fuel delivery : 1 year (preferred)
  • HGV 1 : 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • ADR licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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