Gully Truck Driver/ Operative
Join Our Team as a Drainage Operative!
Are you ready to make a difference in the world of transportation? We’re on the lookout for a Drainage Operative to join our dynamic Transportation team in Northamptonshire. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of a team that keeps our highways safe and operational!
At Kier Transportation, we believe in working brilliantly together to support the movement of people, goods, and equipment. Imagine a world without transportation links by land, sea, or air—neither can we! Join us on this exciting journey.
Key Details
- Location: Brixworth, Northampton
- Hours: Permanent, full-time (45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 06:00 to 15:30)
- Salary: £31,636.80 + overtime + call-out
Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Your Responsibilities
As a Drainage Operative, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and efficient highway drainage system. Your daily tasks will include:
- Driving and operating a gully truck for scheduled and reactive drainage maintenance
- Cleaning and maintaining highway drainage systems, including gully pots, ACO channels, culverts, and interceptors
- Using high-pressure jetting equipment to clear blockages and ensure free-flowing drainage
- Recording completed works using handheld devices
- Supporting emergency response operations during adverse weather or flooding events
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if:
- You have experience operating high-pressure jetting equipment or similar vehicles
- You’re comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- You can communicate effectively with your team and the public while following safety procedures
- You hold a UK Driving Licence and a Class 2 HGV licence
At Kier, we value potential and welcome transferable skills! Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.
Rewards and Benefits
We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs, including:
- Matched pension scheme
- 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family
- Competitive annual holiday entitlement, with opportunities to buy/sell leave
Diversity and Inclusion
Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us at Kier. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of all our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something great at Kier. #joinkier
