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Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Temporary to permanent opportunity

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a Drainage Jetting Operative for night shift near Sleaford, Lincolnshire. This physically active role operates as part of a two-person crew on highway drainage maintenance, Monday to Friday 4pm–2am, with full training provided.

No prior drainage experience is required, but a strong work ethic and reliability are essential. The position offers regular night hours and a temporary-to-permanent path for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Hands-on drainage role requiring physical effort outdoors.
• Two-person crew with HGV Driver support.
• Full training provided; drainage experience not essential.

Responsibilities

• Operating high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear and maintain highway drainage systems.
• Clearing blocked roadside drains and removing debris to maintain water flow.
• Assisting with the operation of specialist drainage vehicles and equipment.
• Carrying out physically demanding, hands-on work in an outdoor environment.
• Working safely and efficiently as part of a two-person crew.

Skills

Physical stamina

Night shift work

Own transport

Drainage/highways experience (adv)

Reliable work ethic

Education

Tools

CSCS Card

High Pressure Water Jetting certification

Job description

Drainage Jetting Operative – Night Shift

Location: Sleaford, Lincolnshire

Salary: £18.75 – £21.42 per hour (PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 4pm – 2am (average 50 hours per week)

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Looking for a hands-on night shift role with excellent hourly rates, full training and the opportunity for permanent employment?

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting Drainage Jetting Operatives on behalf of a leading infrastructure contractor working near Sleaford, Lincolnshire.

This is a physically active, varied role working as part of a two-person team maintaining essential drainage systems across the highways network.

With full training provided, previous drainage experience isn't essential. We're looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who enjoy practical outdoor work and are keen to develop specialist skills.

The Role Working alongside an HGV Driver, your responsibilities will include:

• Operating high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear and maintain highway drainage systems.
• Clearing blocked roadside drains and removing debris to maintain water flow.
• Assisting with the operation of specialist drainage vehicles and equipment.
• Carrying out physically demanding, hands-on work in an outdoor environment.
• Working safely and efficiently as part of a two-person crew.

What We're Looking For

• A strong work ethic and a reliable, practical approach.
• Willingness to undertake physically demanding outdoor work.
• Ability to work night shifts, Monday to Friday.
• Own transport to reach the depot.
• Previous drainage or highways experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Desirable but not essential:

• CSCS Card.
• High Pressure Water Jetting certification.

What's on Offer?

• £18.75 – £21.42 per hour, PAYE inclusive of holiday pay.
• Average 50 hours per week, providing consistent working hours.
• Monday to Friday night shifts, 4pm – 2am.
• Full training provided, with no previous drainage experience necessary.
• Temporary to permanent opportunity with long-term career potential.
• The opportunity to gain practical experience operating specialist drainage equipment.

If you're looking for regular hours, strong hourly pay and a practical role where you can develop new skills, we'd like to hear from you.