Operative

Join Our Team as an Operative!

Are you ready to make a difference? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Operative to join our dynamic South West Water team in beautiful Bournemouth. If you’re passionate about delivering quality service and thrive in a collaborative environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Location

Bournemouth

Working Hours

You'll be working 45 hours per week, covering shifts from Monday to Sunday. Additionally, you’ll be part of an On Call rota to ensure our services run smoothly around the clock.

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As an Operative, you will play a vital role in our team, contributing to various projects such as mains repairs, new connections, and metering. Your daily tasks will include:

• Undertaking planned or reactive work on large diameter mains as directed by water services.
• Maintaining productivity levels while adhering to timescales and targets.
• Updating all relevant documentation for each job using a tablet.
• Being part of a rapid response team dedicated to delivering and restoring clean water.
• Promoting wellbeing and fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated.

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for you if you possess:

• Previous experience in highways or utilities.
• A valid Full driving licence.
• A CSCS card, EUSR Water Hygiene, or NRSWA certification (training can be provided).
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and deliver quality results.

At Kier, we believe in recognizing potential. If you don’t meet every requirement, don’t hesitate to apply—we value transferrable skills!

Why Join Us?

Explore the incredible growth and scale of our water business! With diverse project portfolios and numerous career opportunities, there’s never been a better time to get involved. Take the first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. 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 and be part of something great at Kier!