Drainage Operative – Nights/Evenings, High‑Pressure Jetting

Kier Group; Brixworth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is hiring a Drainage Operative to join our Transportation team based in Northamptonshire. The role offers a matched pension scheme, 24/7 virtual GP, and generous holiday with buy/sell options.

You will drive and operate a gully truck, perform drainage maintenance, and use high-pressure jetting equipment to keep systems clear. Applicants must hold a UK Driving Licence and a class 2 HGV licence and be comfortable working outside in all weather.

Qualifications

• Experience operating high-pressure jetting equipment or similar vehicles.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to communicate effectively with team and the public and follow safety procedures.
• Holds a UK Driving Licence and a class 2 HGV licence.

Responsibilities

• Driving and operating a gully truck to carry out scheduled and reactive drainage maintenance.
• Cleaning and maintaining highway drainage systems including gully pots, ACO channels, culverts, and interceptors.
• Using high-pressure jetting equipment to clear blockages and ensure free-flowing drainage.
• Recording completed works using handheld devices.
• Supporting emergency response operations during adverse weather or flooding events.

Skills

High-pressure jetting equipment

Outdoor work

UK Driving Licence

Class 2 HGV licence

Safety procedures

Tools

Gully truck operation

Job description

Kier Group is hiring a Drainage Operative to join our Transportation team based in Northamptonshire. The role offers a matched pension scheme, 24/7 virtual GP, and generous holiday with buy/sell options.

You will drive and operate a gully truck, perform drainage maintenance, and use high-pressure jetting equipment to keep systems clear. Applicants must hold a UK Driving Licence and a class 2 HGV licence and be comfortable working outside in all weather.