Confined Spaces Operative

Pertemps Wrexham; Stansty; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary-to-permanent opportunity

Job summary

Pertemps Wrexham seeks three Confined Space Operatives for a temporary-to-permanent, full-time contract based in Wrexham. The role involves confined space entry, cleaning operations across commercial and industrial sites, and a Monday–Friday 07:00–17:00 schedule.

Starting pay is £15.00 per hour, with potential for a supervisory position and progression to permanent employment for the right candidates who demonstrate safety focus and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Confined Space Entry qualification – City & Guilds Medium Risk or High Risk.
• CCNSG or CSCS card required.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Prior experience in confined spaces.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures and safe systems of work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out confined space entry work in accordance with site procedures and safety regulations.
• Support industrial cleaning, tank cleaning and related environmental service operations.
• Work safely within confined spaces, following risk assessments and permit-to-work procedures.
• Assist with preparation, cleaning and maintenance of tanks, vessels and industrial equipment.
• Follow all confined space entry, emergency response and rescue procedures.
• Use PPE and specialist cleaning equipment as required.
• Work as part of an operations team across multiple customer sites.
• Maintain accurate job records and relevant site documentation.
• Ensure work complies with company and client health and safety requirements.
• Coordinate and supervise site teams; assist planning and daily activity oversight.

Skills

CS Entry qualification (City & Guilds)

CCNSG or CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Experience in confined spaces

Health and safety procedures

Job description

Pertemps Wrexham seeks three Confined Spaces Operatives for a temporary-to-permanent, full-time contract paying £15 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience. Based in Wrexham (LL13), the roles involve confined space entry and cleaning operations across various commercial and industrial customer sites, delivering tank cleaning, industrial cleaning and environmental services. Working hours run Monday to Friday, 07:00–17:00. One vacancy carries potential for a supervisory position. Candidates should demonstrate competence in safe entry procedures, adherence to health and safety standards, and the ability to work effectively within a specialist team serving diverse clients. Successful applicants will maintain high safety standards while undertaking essential site-based tasks. Confined Space Operative Location: Wrexham, LL13 Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience) Contract: Temporary to Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00–17:00 Vacancies: 3 (including 1 potential supervisory position)

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for 3 Confined Space Operatives to join a well-established environmental and industrial services business based in Wrexham. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a specialist team delivering essential industrial cleaning, tank cleaning and environmental services to a range of commercial and industrial customers. The successful candidates will work across various customer sites, carrying out confined space entry and cleaning operations while maintaining the highest standards of health and safety. We are particularly interested in hearing from experienced Confined Space Operatives, including candidates with previous supervisory experience, as there may be an opportunity for one individual to take on additional responsibility within the team. These positions are initially offered on a temporary basis, with the opportunity to become permanent for candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, skills and commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out confined space entry work in accordance with site procedures and safety regulations.
• Support industrial cleaning, tank cleaning and associated environmental service operations.
• Work safely within confined spaces, following risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work procedures.
• Assist with the preparation, cleaning and maintenance of tanks, vessels and industrial equipment.
• Follow all confined space entry, emergency response and rescue procedures.
• Use appropriate PPE, safety equipment and specialist cleaning equipment.
• Work effectively as part of an operational team across various customer sites.
• Maintain accurate job records and complete relevant site documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with company and client health and safety requirements.
• Support the coordination and supervision of site teams. Ensure operatives follow safe working practices and site procedures. Assist with planning and overseeing daily operational activities. Act as a point of contact for colleagues and customers on-site.

Essential Requirements

• Confined Space Entry qualification – City & Guilds Medium Risk or High Risk.
• Valid CCNSG or CSCS card.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Previous experience working in confined spaces.
• A good understanding of health and safety procedures and safe systems of work.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility to travel to different customer sites.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

• Previous industrial cleaning experience.
• Tank cleaning experience.
• Experience within environmental services, waste management or industrial operations.
• Confined space rescue training or additional specialist tickets.
• Previous experience supervising or leading operational teams.

What's on Offer?

• Starting pay rate of £15.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Potential for enhanced pay for candidates holding additional specialist tickets.
• Monday to Friday, 07:00–17:00.
• Temporary-to-permanent employment opportunity.
• Long-term career prospects within an established environmental and industrial services business.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of specialist industrial projects.
• Potential supervisory opportunity for an experienced candidate.