JetVac Operator​/Drainage Operator

Location: Droitwich

Job Role:

Jet Vac Operator / Drainage Operator

HGV Class 2 | Drainage Services | Jetting | Patch Lining | UK-Wide
Projects

Location:

Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire
Salary:
Up to £38,000 per annum (DOE)

Contract:

Permanent, Full-Time

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 08:00am – 4:30pm (30-minute lunch)
Working Pattern:
Working away Monday to Friday is a core part of the role, typically leaving on Monday morning and returning on Friday.
Overtime & Additional Earnings:
 
1.5x overtime rate Monday to Saturday
2x overtime rate Sundays and Bank Holidays
£20 per night working away allowance
£15 bonus per patch after the first 5 patches completed
Excellent overtime earning potential

Role Overview :

Are you an experienced Jet Vac Operator, Drainage Engineer, Drainage Operative or HGV Class 2 Driver looking for your next challenge?
We are recruiting a skilled and motivated Jet Vac Operator / Drainage Operator to join a growing specialist drainage and rehabilitation team based in Droitwich.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established business delivering drainage maintenance, sewer rehabilitation and environmental services across the UK. Working alongside CCTV Survey Teams, Patch Lining Engineers and Drainage Specialists, you'll play a key role in maintaining, cleaning and repairing vital drainage infrastructure.
If you enjoy a hands-on role, like variety in your working week and want opportunities to increase your earnings through overtime and bonuses, this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Jet Vac & Drainage Operations
 
Operate Jet Vac equipment to carry out drainage cleaning and maintenance works
Complete planned and reactive drainage investigations
Carry out jetting, cleansing and desilting activities
Support drainage repair and rehabilitation projects
Assist with patch lining and drain lining works where required
Work alongside CCTV Survey Engineers and other specialist drainage teams
Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard  Health, Safety & Compliance
 
Follow RAMS, safe systems of work and company procedures
Ensure compliance with waste management and environmental legislation
Complete waste transfer and duty-of-care documentation
Report hazards, incidents and near misses
Promote a positive health and safety culture on site  Customer Service & Communication
 
Provide a professional service to customers and site contacts
Communicate effectively with operational teams and management
Keep customers informed of progress and site activities
Represent the business professionally at all times  Equipment, Vehicles & Documentation
 
Complete daily equipment and vehicle inspections
Maintain Jet Vac units and associated equipment
Complete job sheets, work reports and compliance records accurately
Ensure all tools, PPE and equipment are maintained and ready for use

Essential Criteria :
 
Class 2 HGV Licence
Previous experience within drainage operations
Experience operating Jet Vac or similar jetting equipment
Strong understanding of RAMS and safe working practices
Good communication and customer service skills
Full UK driving licence
Right to work in the UK
Willingness to work away from home every week
Positive and flexible approach to overtime and travel    
Desirable Criteria:
 
Patch Lining experience
UV Lining experience
CCTV drainage survey experience
Environmental services background
Utilities experience
Confined Space certification
High Pressure Water Jetting qualifications
Drainage repair and rehabilitation experience    
Additional Information:
 
Based from the Droitwich depot with UK-wide travel
Regular overnight stays required Monday-Friday
Accommodation and working away allowances provided
Overtime forms a regular part of the role
Long-term career opportunities available within specialist drainage and environmental services

How to Apply:

For more information or to apply for the Jet Vac Operator / Drainage Operator role, please contact:
Robert Rowe
(phone number removed)
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