Tankering & Jetting Site Supervisor

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drainage contractor in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Tankering & Jetting Site Supervisor to oversee operations in utilities contracts. The role includes leading crews, ensuring safety compliance, and engaging with clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drainage operations and excellent leadership skills. Attractive salary of circa £42,000 plus benefits and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Overtime at enhanced rates

Company car

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in drainage, jetting, tankering, or utilities operations.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support jetting and tankering crews to ensure safe service delivery.
• Act as the on-site contact for clients, providing updates and resolving queries.
• Carry out site audits and promote safe working practices.

Skills

Drainage operations

Leadership

Health & Safety compliance

Digital reporting systems

Job description

Tankering & Jetting Site Supervisor

Location: Wakefield

Salary: Circa £42,000 per annum + overtime + company car

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Tankering & Jetting Site Supervisor to lead operations across drainage and utilities contracts.

This is a hands‑on, field‑based role combining operational leadership, Health & Safety management, and technical support. It’s an excellent opportunity for an experienced drainage supervisor, with clear progression routes into depot or operations management.

The Role

• Supervise and support jetting and tankering crews to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant service delivery
• Act as the on‑site contact for clients and customers, providing updates and resolving queries
• Carry out site audits and promote safe working practices in line with company and industry standards
• Ensure accurate completion of job sheets, RAMS, and service reports using digital devices
• Assist operationally with jetting, blockage clearance, waste removal, and flood response when required

About You

• Previous experience in drainage, jetting, tankering, or utilities operations
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with a proactive, hands‑on approach
• Confident using digital reporting systems (tablet/laptop)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and site compliance practices

Desirable

• HGV licence, Confined Space, or HPWJ certification (advantageous)
• Experience dealing with clients or customers in a field‑based utilities setting

Benefits

• Salary circa £42,000 per annum
• Overtime available at enhanced rates
• Company car included
• Career progression opportunities into depot or operations management

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Jetting/Drainage Supervisor to take on a key leadership role within a growing, well‑established drainage contractor.

Apply today or contact Lauren on 01737 452505 for more information.