Cyclical Gully Emptying Operative (non-driver)

Paramount Personnel; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local staffing agency is currently seeking a reliable Cyclical Gully Emptying Operative (non-driver) to join the highways maintenance team in Plymouth. This role involves cleaning drains to ensure road safety and prevent flooding. Candidates should have a full driver's license and good communication skills, with the opportunity to transition from temporary to permanent employment.

Benefits

Accrued Holiday Pay from day one

Pension contributions after qualifying period

Weekly Pay

Overtime at increased rates

Qualifications

• Must have a full driver's license.
• CSCS card preferred but not mandatory.
• Flexibility to work out of normal hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely clean gully drains across Plymouth.
• Operate gully emptying vehicles and associated equipment.
• Record completed work using handheld devices or logs.

Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to carry out work to a high standard

Good communication skills

Education

Full driver's license

CSCS card (Preferred)

Good timekeeping skills

Job description

Cyclical Gully Emptying Operative (non-driver)

Location: Plymouth, Devon

Job Type: Temp / Perm

Salary: £12.75 to £13 per hour

Category: Gully Emptying Operative

Job Reference: PCON3653

Job Description

We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Cyclical Gully Emptying Operative (non-driver) to join our client’s highways maintenance team. Working as part of a 2-person crew, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient cleaning of gully (drains) across Plymouth as part of the Council’s term maintenance contract.

This is a vital role in maintaining the city’s drainage infrastructure, helping to prevent flooding and ensure road safety for all users.

Operate gully emptying vehicles and associated equipment to clean and maintain roadside drainage assets.

Work from scheduled routes and respond to ad-hoc requests as required.

Accurately record completed work using handheld devices or paper logs.

Carry out basic vehicle checks and report defects.

Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.

Liaise with supervisors and other team members to ensure efficient service delivery.

Successful candidates for the role of Gully Emptying Operative should have

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to carry out work to a high standard
• Good communication skills

Applicants must have

• Full drivers license
• CSCS card (Preferred)
• Good timekeeping skills
• Willingness and flexibility to undertake some shifts out of normal working hours
• Willingness to carry out other tasks upon request

  Hours of work

  Monday – Friday , days or nights.

  Rate of Pay

  £12.75 – £13.00 per hour

  Overtime at 150% after 40 hours Monday – Friday, nights and Saturdays

  Standby payments for being on call Monday – Thursday or Friday – Sunday

  These will be PAYE positions so you will benefit from:

  • Accrued Holiday Pay from day one
  • Pension contributions (after a qualifying period)
  • Weekly Pay
  • Overtime at overtime rates
  • No umbrella payments or fees
  • Only Tax and National Insurance deductions and this will be shown on your payslip.

  This will start as a temporary role, but will become permanent after 3-4 months. So to apply for this role please send your CV through this website or call 0345 241 1000 for more information.