JM O'toole LTD

About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Wastewater Network Operative to work on a major utilities contract, supporting essential repair, maintenance, and installation works across the wastewater network.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with experience in drainage, utilities, groundworks, construction, or wastewater operations. You will be working in public spaces and customer-facing environments, so a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship, environmental standards, and customer service is essential.
Key Responsibilities
As a Wastewater Network Operative, your duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Excavating and repairing damaged, blocked, or collapsed wastewater pipes and sewer assets</li>
<li>Supporting the investigation and repair of active wastewater leaks, flooding issues, and network defects</li>
<li>Installing and repairing wastewater connections, service pipes, inspection chambers, and associated assets</li>
<li>Assisting with sewer maintenance, drainage works, and blockage clearance where required</li>
<li>Carrying out general site maintenance following repair works</li>
<li>Completing landscaping, reinstatement, and basic building works post-repair</li>
<li>Working safely in public areas, roads, footpaths, highways, and customer premises</li>
<li>Ensuring all works are completed to strict quality, health and safety, environmental, and customer service standards</li>
<li>Maintaining a clean, safe, and professional working environment at all times</li>
<li>Representing the company and the Wessex Water contract in a professional and customer-focused manner</li>
</ul>
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>Previous experience in wastewater, drainage, utilities, groundworks, construction, or civil engineering</li>
<li>Experience with excavation, pipe repairs, drainage repairs, and reinstatement works</li>
<li>A good understanding of health and safety requirements on site</li>
<li>Awareness of environmental responsibilities when working on wastewater assets</li>
<li>The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions</li>
<li>A proactive and reliable approach to work</li>
<li>Good communication skills and a professional attitude when dealing with customers and members of the public</li>
<li>The ability to work well as part of a team</li>
</ul>
Qualifications Required
The following would be advantageous:
<ul>
<li>Streetworks / NRSWA qualification</li>
<li>Confined spaces training</li>
<li>EUSR or relevant utility sector qualifications</li>
<li>CPCS / NPORS excavator or dumper ticket</li>
<li>Drainage or sewer maintenance experience</li>
<li>Full UK driving licence</li>
<li>Previous experience working on wastewater or utilities contracts</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
<ul>
<li>Competitive pay</li>
<li>Ongoing work on a major utilities contract</li>
<li>Training and development opportunities</li>
<li>Supportive team environment</li>
<li>Opportunity to build a long-term career within the utilities sector</li>
</ul>
How to Apply
If you are a hardworking and reliable individual with experience in utilities, groundworks, or construction, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your CV
Work Location: In person

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