Proactive Desilt Technician (Requires HGV Licence)

Yorkshire Water; Lower Hopton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider in the UK is seeking a Proactive Desilt Technician to operate recycling vehicles, respond to sewer blockages, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The role requires an HGV licence, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Ideal candidates should have experience in wastewater operations. This position offers competitive salary, benefits including bonuses and pension contributions, and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual incentive related bonus

Attractive pension scheme

Development opportunities

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance cover

Health cash plan

Retail savings scheme

Qualifications

• An experienced field-based professional with an HGV licence.
• Ability to operate recycler vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Competent in health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate recycler vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Respond to sewer blockages and deliver excellent customer service.
• Collect and report evidence (photos, plans) for remedial works.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Work in confined spaces (medical clearance required).

Skills

Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)

HGV Category C licence + DCPC

Experience driving liquid-load vehicles

Recycler vehicle operation experience

Strong Health & Safety knowledge

Problem-solving and fault diagnosis skills

IT competency

Good communication skills

Understanding of sewer networks and performance issues

Previous wastewater industry experience (desirable)

Job description

About the Role

As a Proactive Desilt Technician, you’ll operate a Muller Canal Master recycler to carry out proactive desilting across Yorkshire, reducing pollution events and improving network performance. You’ll work alongside the Proactive Desilt Assistant and collaborate with internal teams and contractors to resolve operational issues.

What we do

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it’s so much more than this.

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire’s water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region’s health, wellbeing, and prosperity.

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Customer Field Services are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

Where you fit in

• Operate recycler vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Respond to sewer blockages and deliver excellent customer service.
• Collect and report evidence (photos, plans) for remedial works.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Work in confined spaces (medical clearance required)

What skills & qualifications you will need

• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)
• HGV Category C licence + DCPC
• Experience driving liquid-load vehicles.
• Recycler vehicle operation experience
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge
• Problem‑solving and fault diagnosis skills
• IT competency and good communication skills
• Understanding of sewer networks and performance issues
• Previous wastewater industry experience (desirable)

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £31,927 – £39,909 (Band5B)
• Annual incentive related bonus (up to £1,000)
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
• Development opportunities in line with the Proactive Desilt Technician progression plan.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day!
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
• Health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Job Details

Location: Lower Brighouse Wastewater Treatment Works, Mirfield, West Yorkshire

Work Type: Permanent | Full‑time (40 hours per week, rotational shifts)

Do we sound like your cup of tea?

If you’re an experienced field‑based professional, who holds an HGV licence and wants to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst protecting the environment, then apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer for you.

Pre‑employment and Medical Checks

All roles are subject to a medical questionnaire and further medicals when required. Successful applicants will undergo pre‑employment checks including a Basic Disclosure Check and may also go through a security vetting process for either a Counter‑Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

Equal Opportunity

Kelda Group values equality, diversity and inclusion. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, religion or belief and trade‑union membership.