Skilled Operative/Groundworker

PSS Utilities; Rochford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

PSS Utilities is seeking a Skilled Operative/Groundworker in Rochford for full-time outdoor work. You will handle various groundworks, including drainage installation, with opportunities for further training and development. Our company values employee growth and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Company pension

Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)

Medicare Cash Plan

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• You must have a CSCS Card to work on site.
• Training for missing qualifications will be provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform deep drainage installation and other groundworks.
• Engage in physical tasks including heavy lifting and hand digging.
• Work effectively in confined spaces as required.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Problem-solving

Team support

Education

CSCS Card

Confined Spaces (City and Guilds)

EUSR SHEA (Water - Multi-Utility)

Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2

Tools

360 Excavator

Cat & Genny Certification

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Posted:

18.06.2025

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02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Skilled Operative/Groundworker

Permanent, Full-Time (47.5 hours)

Competitive, with excellent overtime rates

Public Sewer Services has been delivering high-quality drainage services across England for over 36 years. Specialising in the wastewater sector, we provide comprehensive solutions for sewer and drainage installation, renovation, repair, and maintenance.

We are looking for a skilled and hardworking Operative/Groundworker to join our team in Rochford. This role involves physically demanding outdoor work, including heavy lifting and hands-on tasks to undertake a wide range of groundworks and drainage tasks.

What you'll be doing:

• All aspects of deep drainage installation
• Concreting and block laying
• Kerb laying
• Hand digging and excavation work
• Working in confined spaces
• Heavy lifting and manual handling

What you'll need to bring:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• CSCS Card
• Ability to support team leaders in problem-solving and decision-making
• Confined Spaces (City and Guilds)
• EUSR SHEA (Water - Multi-Utility)
• Street Works
• Emergency First Aid at Work Level 2
• 360 Excavator
• Cat & Genny Certification

What we can offer you:

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension
• Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
• Medicare Cash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants
• Refer a friend scheme
• Employee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)
• Training and career progression opportunities

Training and Development:

We are committed to investing in our employees' growth. If you do not currently hold some of the desirable qualifications or certifications, we will support you by providing the necessary training to ensure you meet the required standards.

About us: PSS has been providing an in-house one stop solution for all aspects of water and drainage including specialist drain lining, traditional open cut excavation, tankering, CCTV, blockage clearance and robotic cutting.

Why Choose Adler and Allan: By becoming a part of the Adler and Allan Group, you'll embark on a rewarding journey where we truly value your ideas and contributions. Whether you're just starting your career or in search of a new challenge, we offer a platform for personal growth and professional advancement, enabling you to shape a successful and fulfilling career path. Our group includes Jet Aire, Detectronic, Aqua Consultants, Oneline, AMGS, and OHES.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.