Water Utilities Operative

Ipsum Utilities Limited; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsum Utilities Limited is seeking an enthusiastic Trenchless Water Utilities Operative to support repair and maintenance across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. You’ll join a close-knit team and help deliver essential water infrastructure services while developing new skills.

Applicants should have a full UK driving licence, good communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and within a team. Training for qualifications such as EUSR Water Hygiene or First Aid may be provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support repair and maintenance works across the water network.
• Assist with site setup and traffic management activities where required.
• Follow safe systems of work and company procedures.
• Use tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors.
• Deliver excellent service to customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

As a Trenchless Water Utilities Operative you will…

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Operatives to join our Water Utilities repair and maintenance team operating across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire.

This role offers the opportunity to work throughout the beautiful South West, developing new skills while supporting the delivery of essential water infrastructure services. Working as part of a close-knit team, you will assist with repair and maintenance activities, ensuring work is completed safely and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting repair and maintenance works across the water network.
• Assisting with site setup and traffic management activities where required.
• Following safe systems of work and company procedures.
• Using tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Working collaboratively with team members and supervisors.
• Delivering excellent service to customers and stakeholders.

You will be a hardworking team player who enjoys working outdoors and is keen to learn new skills. Previous experience within utilities, construction or civils would be beneficial, but we are equally interested in candidates with the right attitude and willingness to develop.

Essential requirements:

• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The following qualifications would be advantageous, although full training can be provided:

• EUSR SHEA Water
• EUSR Water Hygiene
• Manual Handling
• Abrasive WheelsCable Avoidance
• First Aid at Work

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you're not just taking a job - you're starting a career with real support behind it.