JetVac Operator/Drainage Operator
Job in
Droitwich, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 0BD, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-01
Listing for:
Trigon Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
General Labor, Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor & Trades
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Droitwich
Job Role :
Jet Vac Operator / Drainage Operator
Location: Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire
Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08 30 (30-minute lunch break)
Working Pattern:
Working away Monday to Friday is a core requirement of the role, typically departing on Monday morning and returning on Friday.
Overtime & Allowances:
- 1.5x hourly rate Monday to Saturday
- 2x hourly rate Sundays and Bank Holidays
- £20 per night working away allowance
- Patch lining bonus of £15 per patch after the first 5 patches completed
Role Overview
We are recruiting an experienced Jet Vac Operator / Drainage Operator to join a growing drainage solutions team based in Droitwich.
This is a hands-on, field-based role supporting drainage and environmental projects across multiple sites throughout the UK. Working alongside CCTV Survey Teams, Patch Lining Engineers and Drainage Specialists, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality drainage maintenance, cleansing and rehabilitation services.
As a Jet Vac Operator, you will operate specialist Jet Vac equipment, support drainage repair works and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. This position is ideal for someone with strong drainage experience who enjoys site-based work and is happy working away during the week.
Key Responsibilities
Drainage & Jet Vac Operations
- Operate Jet Vac equipment to support drainage maintenance and cleaning works
- Carry out drainage investigations, cleansing and jetting activities
- Maintain, service and inspect equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines
- Support drainage repair, patch lining and rehabilitation projects
- Assist CCTV and drainage survey teams where required
- Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications
- Follow all RAMS, health & safety procedures and company policies
- Promote safe systems of work on all sites
- Ensure full compliance with environmental and waste management regulations
- Complete waste transfer, duty-of-care and compliance documentation accurately
- Report incidents, near misses and safety concerns appropriately
- Build positive relationships with customers and site representatives
- Communicate effectively with operational management and project teams
- Provide updates on site progress and issues
- Represent the business professionally at all times
- Complete daily vehicle and equipment inspections
- Maintain Jet Vac equipment in safe working order
- Complete job sheets, reports and operational paperwork accurately
- Ensure all equipment, PPE and tools are maintained and available for operational use
- Class 2 HGV Licence
- Proven experience within drainage and jetting operations
- Strong understanding of RAMS and safe working practices
- Experience operating Jet Vac or similar specialist drainage equipment
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Right to work in the UK
- Willingness to work away from home on a weekly basis
- Patch Lining experience
- UV Lining experience
- CCTV drainage surveying experience
- Environmental services or utilities background
- Confined Space certification
- High Pressure Water Jetting qualifications
- Reliable and safety conscious
- Practical and hands-on approach
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable to operational requirements
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Committed to delivering high standards of customer service
- Competitive salary and overtime opportunities
- Working away allowance
- Patch lining productivity bonus
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities
- Opportunity to work within a growing specialist drainage team
- Based from the Droitwich depot with travel to sites across the UK
- Regular overnight stays required Monday to Friday
- Overtime is a normal part of the role
- Role involves outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Full PPE and specialist equipment provided
For more information or to apply for the Jet Vac Operator / Drainage Operator role, please contact:
Robert Rowe on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
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