Drainage Assistants

Subscan UDS Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic drainage company is seeking a full-time team member to assist with operating drainage tankers and related machinery. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and experience, demonstrating a positive attitude and readiness for a flexible work environment. This role offers opportunities for career development and participation in company events, ensuring a rewarding and stable career.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Ideally 2 years of experience in drainage.
• Familiarity with HPWJ, CSCS, and Working at Heights.
• Competence in using workforce management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with drainage operations and equipment handling.
• Dealing with blockages and flooded areas.
• Traveling throughout the UK for various job sites.

Skills

Drainage experience

Positive attitude

Ability to travel

Education

HPWJ certification

CSCS Card

Working at Heights certification

Tools

High Pressure Water Jetting equipment

Drainage equipment

JobWatch software

Job description

You will be part of a two-person team, assisting with the operation of a drainage tanker and the jetting and vacuum equipment. Your daily responsibilities will consist of dealing with drainage issues such as blockages, vacuuming of flooded areas, and jetting of pipeworks.You will be required to travel across in and around the North as and when needed, visiting public and private residential and commercial locations. Having an existing knowledge of jetting machinery and gully tankers is required and training qualifications relating to HPWJ, CSCS and Working at Height would support your application.The successful candidate will have an opportunity to become an important part of our drainage department. Our training and commitment will provide good prospects for a long career with Subscan QWM.Ideal Requirements

• Drainage experience is preferred but not essential — a positive, can-do attitude is what matters most.
• Role-specific qualifications/certification such as HPWJ, CSCS, and Working at Heights.
• Experienced use of various drainage equipment.
• Competent in using workforce management software such as JobWatch.
• Ability to work effectively alone or as part of a team.
• Able to travel throughout the UK with some overnight stay.
• Driving Licence.

This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the department may be required in addition to changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time. There is a requirement for the candidate to recognise this and adopt a flexible approach to work. Job descriptions will be reviewed regularly and where necessary revised in accordance with organisational needs. Any major changes will be discussed with the candidate.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• High Pressure Water Jetting: 2 years (preferred)
• Drainage: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• CSCS Card (preferred)