Job summary
Southern Water Region - Hampshire, Sussex & Kent
Key skills required for this role
Utilities, Civil, Confined Space Training
Important
Multiskilled Operative
Job description
Multiskilled Civil Operative - Drainage Network (Southern Water Region)
Our client is looking for an Multiskilled Civils Operative looking to make an impact in the utilities sector? We're recruiting skilled individuals to support drainage works across the Southern Water region. If you're safety-conscious, reliable, and take pride in quality work, we want to hear from you.
Role Overview
As a Civils Operative, you will carry out essential drainage repairs and installations, including dig-down repairs, manhole rebuilds, interceptor installations/removals, and CCTV survey support. You'll follow clear instructions from supervisors and managers, complete all tasks safely, and ensure compliance with site regulations and documentation requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Carry out daily pre-start checks and Point of Work Risk Assessments (POWRA)
2. Deliver civils works such as manhole rebuilds, drainage repairs, interceptor removals/installations
3. Ensure the site team and visitors wear appropriate PPE at all times
4. Operate hand-held devices for job data capture
5. Maintain tidy and timely paperwork
6. Perform and record daily vehicle checks (including trailers and towable plant)
7. Maintain vehicles to a clean and roadworthy standard
8. Follow company procedures and safety protocols (SSWR assessments)
9. Participate in the on-call rota
10. Carry out any other duties as required by the Civils Manag
Essential Experience & Qualifications
11. Previous experience in sewer network or drainage utility work
12. Full UK driving licence (clean)
13. CSCS Card
14. Streetworks (NRSWA) certification
15. Confined space training
16. High-pressure water jetting qualification
Desirable Qualifications
17. OS19 CCTV survey training
18. Advanced confined space training
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