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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