Van Pack Operative

Severn Trent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: £30,844.41 + shift allowance +

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Pension scheme – employer contribution

Sharesave – discounted Severn Trent股份

Academy training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Job summary

Severn Trent is hiring a VanPack Operative for the Wolverhampton region, based at our Barnhurst site. You will be responsible for resolving sewer issues using vacuum, jetting and clearance equipment, often in customers’ communities and on a rotating shift that may include weekends and evenings.

You’ll inspect, maintain and repair our waste network, liaising with control, operations and maintenance teams. A C1+ license is essential, with a customer‑focused, safe and proactive approach.

Qualifications

• C1 or above license required.
• Strong focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out CCTV surveys of drainage systems to diagnose issues.
• Liaise with control centre, operations and maintenance teams.
• Work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Operate company vehicles in line with road transport laws and policies.
• Maintain vehicles to be clean and roadworthy.

Skills

C1 licence

Job description

Do you care about the environment and enjoy being outdoors? Do you enjoy problem solving and going above and beyond to offer the best quality service every time? Do you have a passion for speaking to people? If the answer to these questions is “yes, absolutely!” then this is the role for you!!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We have a new opportunity to join Severn Trent’s Waste Customer Networks team covering our Wolverhampton region from our Barnhurst site! This team is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, improvements, and repair of our amazing waste network.

The VanPack Operative role will require you to be responsible for resolving various issues and offering our customers fantastic service when they need you the most. You’ll be working within our communities, focusing on resolving issues such as blocked sewers, using an array of impressive vacuum, jetting and blockage clearing equipment. The role works on a shift pattern which will involve some working on weekends and evenings on a rotating shift pattern, including on call/ standby.

Other Things You May Be Involved In Are

• Carrying out CCTV surveys of drainage systems to maintain, diagnose and determine the most appropriate solution.
• Liaising with other departments including our control centre, operations, and maintenance.
• Working within confined spaces and working at heights.
• Operating your vehicle in compliance with road transport legislation and Severn Trent policies and procedures.
• Ensuring vehicles are maintained in a clean & roadworthy condition both internally and externally.

WHAT WE'ER LOOKING FOR

• It is necessary to hold a C1 or above license.
• A passion for doing a quality, right first-time job, together with good attention to detail, to ensure you get to the root cause of issues and get them fixed.
• Self-motivation, the ability to work as a team as well as autonomously and have an excellent work ethic.
• The ability and desire to build strong relationships with customers.
• Strong organisation skills with an interest in problem solving.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities.

We want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

How We’ll Reward And Care For You

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With That In Mind, Here Are Just Some Of Our Favourite's Perks That You’ll Get Being Part Of The Seven Trent Family

• Salary: £30,844.41 + shift allowance + weekend working allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year