HGV Driver & Operator

Ipsum Utilities Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Bonus up to £10,000

20 days leave + BH + buy extra days

Refer a friend £1,000

Retention bonus £2,000

Company Pension

Job summary

Ipsum Utilities Limited is seeking an experienced HGV Driver & Operator in Leicester to join our team. You’ll operate jetting units to clean and maintain drainage and respond to both planned and reactive works, including CCTV surveys, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

You will work closely with customers and colleagues, report findings, and ensure high standards while benefiting from overtime opportunities, a bonus scheme, and career development support.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Cat C) licence required.
• High Pressure Water Jetting certification.
• Confined Space Entry certification.
• Experience in drainage maintenance and jetting operations.
• Familiarity with CCTV survey equipment and software.
• Good understanding of health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV jetting units for drainage cleaning and maintenance.
• Respond to emergency callouts and support planned maintenance.
• Conduct CCTV drainage surveys to identify defects.
• Report findings and recommend solutions with customers and colleagues.
• Ensure work is completed safely and in line with standards.
• Maintain records of work and materials used.
• Carry out routine vehicle and equipment checks.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Jetting certification

Confined Space Entry

CCTV survey experience

H&S knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Customer service

Tools

CCTV equipment

Job description

Hours: Monday – Friday with overtime opportunities available

We’re looking for an experienced HGV Driver & Operator to join our growing Leicester team!

You’ll play a key role in delivering essential drainage maintenance services that help keep communities and infrastructure running smoothly. Working with our specialist jetting equipment, you’ll be carrying out drainage maintenance, CCTV surveys and responding to both planned and reactive works.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Salary with overtime opportunities
• Performance Bonus Scheme – an opportunity to increase your earning potential up to an additional £10,000*
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy up to 5 additional days
• Know someone great? Refer them to us and receive a £1000 for every referral*
• Retention Bonus – build your career with us and we’ll give you an additional £2000*
• Company Pension Scheme
• Career development and funded professional qualifications
• 24/7 virtual GP access
• Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee discount platform with savings on supermarkets, gyms, mobile phones and more
• Life Assurance cover
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long Service Awards

What you’ll be doing

• Operating HGV jetting units to carry out drainage cleaning and maintenance activities
• Responding to emergency callouts and supporting planned maintenance activity
• Conducting CCTV drainage surveys to identify defects
• Working closely with customers, clients and colleagues to report findings and recommend solutions
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with company and industry standards
• Maintaining accurate records of work completed and materials used
• Carrying out routing vehicle and equipment checks

What we’re looking for:

• A valid HGV Class 2 (Cat C) Licence
• High Pressure Water Jetting certification
• Confined Space Entry certification
• Previous experience in drainage maintenance and jetting operations
• Familiarity with CCTV survey equipment & software
• Good understanding of H&S practices
• Problem solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights and weekends

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