Watercourse Maintenance Operative – Training Provided

Cameron Clarke Associates; East Malling; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Medway IDB is seeking a Land Drainage Operative to perform field-based maintenance on adopted watercourses across Kent and beyond. The role is based at the Paddock Wood depot with a 7:30am start and a 42.5-hour week, training provided.

You'll operate powered and manual tools, work in all weather conditions, and liaise with authorities. Full UK driving licence required; health and safety training encouraged.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and ability to reach the depot by 7:30 am.
• Good physical fitness for practical fieldwork.
• Ability to write and speak English for paperwork.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Experience with heavy plant such as excavators or power tools desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine, field-based maintenance on adopted watercourses in all weather conditions
• Respond to emergency work outside normal working hours when required
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept in good working order
• Submit timesheets, vehicle and plant logs with all relevant information
• Liaise with public services, local authorities, landowners, and conservation bodies as directed
• Undertake necessary training in accordance with current legislation
• Comply with the Health and Safety Policy
• Work cooperatively with the Works Manager, Depot Leader, Clerk, and senior officers to improve efficiency and safety
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required

Skills

Driving licence

Physical fitness

Team player

English communication

Self-motivation

Tools

Excavators

Power tools

Strimmers

Brush cutters

Chainsaws

Job description

Upper Medway IDB is seeking a Land Drainage Operative to perform field-based maintenance on adopted watercourses across Kent and beyond. The role is based at the Paddock Wood depot with a 7:30am start and a 42.5-hour week, training provided.

You'll operate powered and manual tools, work in all weather conditions, and liaise with authorities. Full UK driving licence required; health and safety training encouraged.