Job Description

HGV Class 1 Driver

Portsmouth

Permanent, full-time

Competitive salary plus benefits

Ready to take your driving career further than the open road? At Marlin Environmental Services, we’re looking for a skilled HGV Class 1 Driver who’s just as confident behind the wheel as they are leading a team, tackling specialist cleaning tasks, and delivering exceptional service to our customers.

This isn’t your standard driving job. It’s hands-on, varied, and vital to the smooth running of marine and industrial environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating vacuum tankers to pump out, service, repair and clean a wide range of systems and facilities
• Leading and organising staff to ensure every project is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards
• Planning and coordinating work on behalf of the Operations Manager and wider leadership team
• Carrying out specialist cleaning of tanks, bilges and compartments
• Overhauling, servicing and repairing ship systems using a variety of hand tools
• Managing waste in line with current H&S and environmental regulations
• High‑pressure jet washing of tanks and systems
• Working safely in confined spaces and undertaking fire sentry duties when required
• Maintaining exceptional cleanliness and professionalism on customer sites
• Liaising directly with customers and completing all documentation accurately
• Ensuring compliance with driving hours, tacho rules and tanker regulations
• Taking responsibility for PPE, equipment and the safety of yourself and your team

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Experience starting up and shutting down vacuum tankers
• Ability to set up and pump liquid/waste from ship to shore
• Confident operating hot pressure washers
• Strong understanding of confined space procedures and the ability to prepare your team for safe entry
• Knowledge of MAR pack procedures and specialist tank/bilge cleaning standards (Survey, Hot Work, Preservation)
• Solid working knowledge of ship systems
• A proactive, safety‑first mindset and the ability to lead by example

Additional Information

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.