HGV City Flex

SevernTrentLife; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the environmental sector as an HGV City Flex Operative in Central Birmingham. This role involves working in a team to tackle waste network issues, ensuring excellent service and customer satisfaction. You will conduct inspections, operate equipment, and maintain vehicles while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Salary from £25,000 plus weekend and shift allowances

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Enhanced pension scheme

Sharesave scheme at a discount

Training through our ‘Academy’

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering quality work with attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conducting CCTV surveys of drainage systems.
• Resolving issues like blocked sewers using specialized equipment.
• Maintaining vehicles in a clean and roadworthy condition.

Skills

Problem Solving

Self-Motivation

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Education

Class 2 or Class 1 license

Job description

Do you care about the environment and enjoy being outdoors? Do you enjoy problem solving and going above and beyond to offer the best quality service every time? Do you have a passion for speaking to people? If the answer to these questions is “yes, absolutely!” then this is the role for you!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We have a new opportunity to join Severn Trent’s Waste Customer Networks team covering the Central Birmingham region. This team is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, improvements, and repair of our waste network.

The HGV City Flex Operative role requires working in a two-person team. You’ll be responsible for resolving various issues and providing excellent service to our customers. You’ll work within communities, addressing issues such as blocked sewers, using vacuum, jetting, and blockage clearing equipment. The role involves a shift pattern, including some weekends and evenings on a rotating schedule.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Carrying out CCTV surveys of drainage systems to maintain, diagnose, and determine solutions.
• Liaising with other departments like control, operations, and maintenance.
• Working in confined spaces and at heights.
• Operating your vehicle in compliance with road legislation and company policies.
• Maintaining vehicles in a clean and roadworthy condition.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Class 2 or Class 1 license is required.
• A passion for delivering quality, right-first-time work with attention to detail.
• Self-motivation, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability and desire to build strong customer relationships.
• Organizational skills and problem-solving interest.

We welcome diverse applicants, believing that varied backgrounds enhance our service and community connection.

We seek individuals who are proactive, committed, and eager to make a positive impact. Is that you?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Joining Severn Trent offers more than just a job. You can develop a career with us, supported by comprehensive benefits and training. We also encourage you to contribute to environmental and community well-being.

Some of our perks include:

• Salary from £25,000 plus weekend and shift allowances
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell days
• Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500
• Enhanced pension scheme (company doubles contributions up to 15%)
• Sharesave scheme at a discount
• Training through our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail discounts
• Family-friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year

WHAT’S NEXT

We look forward to hearing from you. Please have your updated CV ready and spend about five minutes on your application. For questions or more information, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].

Explore #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media for more insights. We will notify you of the application outcome after the closing date—so keep an eye on your email and phone!