HGV Class 2 Jetting Operator
Bradford
Salary: £16–£17 per hour - (50 hours)
Full-Time | Drainage & Environmental Services
We are seeking multiple experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a growing drainage and environmental services team in Bradford. This role involves operating JetVac/Recycler vehicles to support a wide range of drainage, sewer cleaning, and environmental maintenance services across the region.
This is an excellent opportunity for drivers with specialist drainage experience to join a strong, supportive team within a rapidly expanding organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate JetVac/Recycler units to carry out sewer cleansing, desilting, gully cleaning, interceptor emptying, and general drainage maintenance.
* Conduct high‑pressure water jetting and vacuum operations to remove blockages, silt, debris, and waste from drainage systems.
* Assist with reactive call-outs, emergency clearance work, and planned maintenance jobs.
* Complete daily vehicle checks, routine maintenance and ensure that the Recycler/JetVac unit is safe, compliant and fully operational.
* Work closely with site teams, CCTV survey crews and supervisors to complete jobs efficiently and to a high standard.
* Follow all health & safety procedures, including safe jetting practices, confined-space awareness, PPE requirements and site‑specific safety rules.
* Complete accurate job sheets, digital reports, time logs, RAMS paperwork, and any additional documentation required.
* Engage professionally with customers on site to ensure expectations are met.
* Work as part of a 2–3 person crew, supporting colleagues in both operational and manual tasks.
* Represent the company positively on site, maintaining high customer service standards at all times.
Required Experience & Qualifications
* Full UK Class 2 (Category C) licence.
* Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
* Prior experience operating Recycler or JetVac units within drainage, utilities, or environmental services.
* Experience with high‑pressure jetting, vacuum systems, and sewer cleaning techniques.
* Relevant certifications such as:
* HPWJ (Water Jetting Association)
* Confined Space (Medium/High Risk desirable)
* CSCS or Streetworks (NRSWA)
Ideal Candidate
* Reliable, hardworking and safety‑focused.
* Able to work in all weather conditions and in physically demanding environments.
* Comfortable with early starts, overtime, emergency response or call‑out work.
* Strong communicator with good teamwork skills.
* Professional and customer‑focused at all times