Drainage Operative

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a Drainage Operative for the London area (W2). This practical role involves gully cleaning and drainage maintenance on local highways, with regular daytime hours and a path to permanent employment.

You will work a day shift, 6am–4pm, earning £15.00–£17.14 per hour depending on experience. A CSCS Card or High Pressure Water Jetting qualification is required, and physical outdoor work is expected.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a CSCS Card or a High Pressure Water Jetting Qualification.
• A reliable, practical approach and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to undertake physically demanding outdoor work.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good awareness of workplace health and safety.
• Previous experience in drainage, highways maintenance, groundworks or similar practical work would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine gully cleaning and maintenance across the local highways network.
• Assisting with the clearance of blocked roadside drains and gullies.
• Supporting the operation of specialist drainage vehicles and equipment.
• Removing silt, debris and other obstructions from drainage systems.
• Working as part of a team to complete scheduled drainage maintenance.
• Following health and safety procedures to ensure work is carried out safely and efficiently.

Skills

CSCS Card

High Pressure Water Jetting

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Job description

Drainage Operative

Location: London, W2

Salary: £15.00 - £17.14 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: Day Shift, 6am - 4pm

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Looking for a hands‑on role with regular daytime hours and the opportunity to secure permanent employment?

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting Drainage Operatives on behalf of a leading infrastructure contractor working in the W2area of London.

This is a practical, physically active role undertaking essential gully cleaning and drainage maintenance, helping to keep roadside drainage systems clear and functioning effectively.

We’re looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who enjoy working outdoors and are comfortable carrying out hands‑on maintenance work.

The Role

• Carrying out routine gully cleaning and maintenance across the local highways network.
• Assisting with the clearance of blocked roadside drains and gullies.
• Supporting the operation of specialist drainage vehicles and equipment.
• Removing silt, debris and other obstructions from drainage systems.
• Working as part of a team to complete scheduled drainage maintenance.
• Following health and safety procedures to ensure work is carried out safely and efficiently.

What We’re Looking For

• Candidate must hold a CSCS Card or a High Pressure Water Jetting Qualification.
• A reliable, practical approach and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to undertake physically demanding outdoor work.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good awareness of workplace health and safety.
• Previous experience in drainage, highways maintenance, groundworks or similar practical work would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

• £15.00 - £17.14 per hour, depending on experience.
• Day shifts, 6am - 4pm.
• Temporary to permanent opportunity with long‑term employment prospects.
• Varied, hands‑on work within the drainage and highways maintenance sector.
• Opportunity to develop experience working with specialist drainage equipment.

If you’re a hardworking individual looking for a practical role with regular daytime hours and the opportunity to move into permanent employment, we’d like to hear from you.