Assistant Drainage Operative

RPS Group; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Grangemouth seeks Assistant Drainage Operatives. Responsibilities include ensuring safety during survey operations and handling heavy equipment. No prior experience is necessary, as full training is provided. Benefits include competitive salary, a company van, pension scheme, and support for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company van

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

28 days leave

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Enjoyment of teamwork.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Physical ability to undertake all duties (lifting/carrying).
• Commitment to safety and health awareness.
• Basic written, verbal, numerical, and IT skills.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety of Survey Operatives and public.
• Moving and handling heavy manhole covers.
• Following crew leader instructions.
• Monitoring team members' safety underground.
• Working at height and within confined spaces.

Skills

Follow instructions

Willingness to work outdoors

Enjoyment of teamwork

Flexible working hours

Physical ability

Commitment to safety

Basic IT skills

Full UK driving license

Job description

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

RPS Water Operations requires additional Assistant Drainage Operatives to join our waste-water network team based out of Grangemouth. Working with waste-water operations, you will be part of a 3-person site survey crew used to gather flow data and other information across above and below-ground waste-water assets. Ensuring safe systems of work, which often involves safe entry into confined spaces and working on the highway, you will safeguard the public and the crew’s wellbeing during survey operations. No previous water industry experience is required as we will provide the necessary training.

This is a permanent role with generally day shifts Monday to Friday, based from our Grangemouth office, with an immediate start.

Occasionally, night shifts and work away from home may be required as contracts and surveys demand.

Being part of RPS offers a competitive salary and full company benefits, including pension scheme, share incentive scheme, flexible benefits, and 28 days leave (including statutory holidays). Overtime is available on occasions, with time and a half on Saturdays and double time on Sundays. Accommodation and subsistence for any stay away from home are paid by RPS.

We’re RPS, and our projects are all around you. You’ll be supported every step of your career.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensuring the safety of our Survey Operatives and members of the public
• Moving and handling heavy manhole covers
• Following instructions from your crew leader
• Monitoring the safety of your team members underground
• Working at height and within confined spaces

Who we’re looking for

• Ability to follow instructions
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Enjoyment of teamwork
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Physical ability to undertake all duties (lifting/carrying)
• Commitment to safety and health awareness
• Basic written, verbal, numerical, and IT skills
• Full UK driving license

Please note: Mandatory drugs and alcohol tests are undertaken for this role.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive salary based on experience, a company van, and benefits.

We support learning and development, offering personal development plans and career pathways. You’ll be supported in your growth and encouraged to reach your potential.

RPS, a Tetra Tech company

On 24 January 2023, RPS became part of Tetra Tech, a global leader with over 27,000 employees worldwide, providing consulting and engineering services. As part of Tetra Tech, RPS offers global opportunities and support for solving complex problems.

What happens next?

Selection involves a one-stage interview, either in person or via MS Teams. Please have your CV ready and apply online.

Health and Safety

In this role, you may encounter:

• Lifting heavy inspection chamber covers
• Contact with waste-water and sewage (PPE provided)
• Night work as required

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