Multiskilled Operative

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utilities sector seeks a Multiskilled Civil Operative to support drainage works across the Southern Water region. The role involves essential drainage repairs and installations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and site regulations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sewer network or drainage utility work.
• Full UK driving licence (clean).

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily pre-start checks and Point of Work Risk Assessments (POWRA).
• Deliver civils works such as manhole rebuilds and drainage repairs.

Skills

Utilities

Civil

Confined Space Training

Education

CSCS Card

Streetworks (NRSWA) certification

High-pressure water jetting qualification

Job description

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Southern Water Region - Hampshire, Sussex & Kent

Key skills required for this role

• Utilities
• Civil
• Confined Space Training

Important

Multiskilled Operative

Multiskilled Civil Operative - Drainage Network (Southern Water Region)

Our client is looking for a Multiskilled Civils Operative to make an impact in the utilities sector. We're recruiting skilled individuals to support drainage works across the Southern Water region. If you're safety-conscious, reliable, and take pride in quality work, we want to hear from you.

Role Overview

As a Civils Operative, you will carry out essential drainage repairs and installations, including dig-down repairs, manhole rebuilds, interceptor installations/removals, and CCTV survey support. You'll follow clear instructions from supervisors and managers, complete all tasks safely, and ensure compliance with site regulations and documentation requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily pre-start checks and Point of Work Risk Assessments (POWRA)
• Deliver civils works such as manhole rebuilds, drainage repairs, interceptor removals/installations
• Ensure the site team and visitors wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Operate hand-held devices for job data capture
• Maintain tidy and timely paperwork
• Perform and record daily vehicle checks (including trailers and towable plant)
• Maintain vehicles to a clean and roadworthy standard
• Follow company procedures and safety protocols (SSWR assessments)
• Participate in the on-call rota
• Carry out any other duties as required by the Civils Manager

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience in sewer network or drainage utility work
• Full UK driving licence (clean)
• CSCS Card
• Streetworks (NRSWA) certification
• Confined space training
• High-pressure water jetting qualification

Desirable Qualifications

• OS19 CCTV survey training
• Advanced confined space training

Management

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About Matchtech

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