HGV City Flex

SevernTrentLife; East Midlands; 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. You will work in a two-person team to maintain and improve waste networks, providing excellent service to customers. This role involves shift work, problem-solving, and building strong relationships with the community. Enjoy a rewarding career with benefits including a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Salary from £25,000 plus allowances

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Leading pension scheme with contributions

Sharesave scheme at discounted rates

Training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Class 2 or Class 1 license required.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving interest.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and maintaining waste networks in the Leicestershire region.
• Carrying out CCTV surveys of drainage systems.
• Working in confined spaces and at heights.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Self-Motivation

Teamwork

Problem Solving

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 Leicestershire 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 when they need you most. You’ll work within communities, focusing on resolving issues such as blocked sewers, using vacuum, jetting, and blockage clearing equipment. The role involves shift work, including weekends and evenings on a rotating schedule.

Other responsibilities include:

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

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

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

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, celebrating diversity as it enriches our community and service.

We seek proactive individuals eager to contribute and make a difference because they care. Is that you?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working at Severn Trent is more than just a job; it’s a career. We offer rewarding benefits and award-winning training to help you grow. We also support your role in caring for the environment and communities.

Some benefits include:

• Salary from £25,000 plus weekend working and shift allowances
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500 based on performance
• Leading pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Sharesave scheme at discounted rates
• Training and development through our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family-friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year

WHAT’S NEXT

We look forward to hearing from you.

Prepare your updated CV and set aside five minutes. For questions or guidance, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].

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We will notify you of the application outcome after the closing date—keep an eye on your phone and email!