Lining Operative - (Closing date - 31/01/2026)

Esh Group; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking a Lining Operative to join its UV lining team in Bowburn, England. You will be responsible for installing UV CPP liners and ensuring quality control and compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of GIS, a full, clean driving licence, and experience in lining activities. Join a collaborative team committed to operational excellence and safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GIS is essential.
• A full, clean driving licence is required.
• Experience in lining activities is required.

Responsibilities

• Install UV CPP liners.
• Maintain excellent record keeping and quality control.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Knowledge of GIS

Full, clean driving licence

Experience of lining activities

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a Lining Operative to join our UV lining team, delivering high‑quality, non‑intrusive solutions across the wastewater network. The role involves working within confined spaces and accurately recording all activities to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

Location

Bowburn

Responsibilities

• The installation of UV CPP liners is the principal activity in this role
• Excellent record keeping and quality control
• Be innovative in regards to best practice
• Adhere to safe systems of work
• Working as part of a team is fundamental
• Preparation and distribution of reports on time
• Accuracy of data collection
• Flexible approach to change in task priority
• Proactive approach to the development of new ideas
• Be committed to achieving a high standard of Health and Safety in all activities and ensuring compliance with all appropriate legislation and site policies and procedures
• Participate in any identified training or development opportunities
• Recognise the importance of fairness and equality in the workplace and treat everyone with dignity and respect

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GIS
• Full, clean driving licence
• Experience of lining activities is essential

Attributes & Skills

• Has a “can do / will do” attitude
• Is punctual and reliable
• Has a structured, methodical approach to key tasks
• Well organised and can work within set deadlines
• Can work safely and efficiently
• Keeps people informed of progress on key tasks
• Self‑motivated and displays good time management skills
• Is open to new ideas and listens to other points of view
• Takes responsibility for managing own performance and personal development
• Conducts themselves in a courteous and professional manner

Equal Opportunities

Yes, anyone applying to work at Esh will be treated equally in line with our policy. We strive to recruit from the widest and most diverse talent pool available.