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 passionate Drainage Operative to join our dynamic Transportation team in beautiful Northamptonshire. At Kier Transportation, we believe that your journey is our journey, and together, we can support the movement of people, goods, and equipment.
Why Choose Us?
When you join our team, you’ll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, including:
- Matched Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our competitive pension plan.
- 24/7 Virtual GP Service: Access healthcare for you and your family anytime, anywhere.
- Generous Holiday Entitlement: Enjoy a competitive annual leave package with options to buy or sell leave.
- Competitive Salary: Earn £31,636.80 plus overtime and call-out pay.
About the Role
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 with us!
Our Commitment to You
We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion is a top priority, and we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.
Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to the Kier family!
