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Posted 13 June, 2026

Gully Truck Driver/ Operative

Kier Group
Crick, england, United Kingdom Full Time
Reference: 069d3aec-f346-4a8d-88e5-4d118ddd741b

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. Here at Kier Transportation, we believe that every journey matters, and we’re committed to supporting the movement of people, goods, and equipment.

Why Choose Us?

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

  • Matched Pension Scheme
  • 24/7 Virtual GP Service for you and your family
  • Competitive Annual Holiday Entitlement with options to buy/sell leave
  • And much more!

Job 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 operational 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 transferrable skills. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation!

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and discover the perks of being part of our team!

Diversity and Inclusion

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us. 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 will be offered an interview.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us at Kier and be part of something great. #joinkier

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