Multiskilled Operative

Matchtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team as a Multiskilled Civil Operative in the utilities sector, focusing on drainage works across the Southern Water region. In this role, you will be responsible for essential drainage repairs and installations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and site regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to vital infrastructure services while working in a safety-conscious environment. If you are reliable and take pride in delivering quality work, this is the perfect chance to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sewer network or drainage utility work is essential.
• Must hold a clean UK driving licence and CSCS Card.

Responsibilities

• Carry out drainage repairs and installations, including manhole rebuilds.
• Ensure compliance with site regulations and documentation requirements.

Skills

Utilities

Civil Engineering

Confined Space Training

Education

CSCS Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Streetworks (NRSWA) Certification

Tools

High-Pressure Water Jetting Equipment

Hand-held Devices for Job Data Capture

Job description

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 an Multiskilled Civils Operative looking 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 Manag

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

This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated and growing team with a focus on safety, quality, and delivering vital infrastructure services. Apply now below, or contact Kayleigh on the details provided.

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