Cleansing Operative – Highbridge

Overview

Glanville Environmental is a reputable and thriving drainage and civil engineering company that has been a driving force in the South West region for over three decades. With our recent contract wins, continuous expansion, and an impressive portfolio of clients secured through long-term contracts, we are seeking talented individuals to join our passionate team. If you are ready to make your mark in the industry and be part of a family-owned business, this is your opportunity to thrive.

We currently have an opportunity for a Cleansing Operative to work within our Cleansing department working on small and large-diameter sewer cleaning projects including culverts and outfalls, based from our Highbridge depot working across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset.

As a Cleansing Operative, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Utilising high-pressure jetting equipment to clean and clear sewer lines and drainage systems.
• Operating specialist jetting machinery and tools with precision and care.
• Assessing and diagnosing blockages, obstructions, and drainage issues.
• Implementing appropriate jetting techniques to effectively resolve problems.

The position entails working 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, being part of our client-centered 24/7 reactive service. This means that occasional participation in a call-out rota and willingness to work overtime will be essential, rewarded with enhanced overtime rates. Embracing a hands-on approach, this role demands both enthusiasm and flexibility, along with the ability to take initiative and work independently.

Holding qualifications such as a CSCS Card, Confined Space Entry & Streetworks and High-Pressure Water Jetting would be highly beneficial, however, full training will be provided if not held.

At Glanville Environmental, we offer a competitive package designed to attract and retain top talent. This includes:

• A national minimum wage matched starting rate from £11.44 (subject to adjustment after probation), dependent on your experience and qualifications
• Overtime opportunities at enhanced rates
• Progression and career development given to the right candidates.
• 28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Additional holiday for length of service
• Holiday buy scheme
• Pension scheme
• Health cash plans
• Private medical insurance
• Bravo benefits perks @ work
• Gym and fitness discounts
• Employee referral scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Self-development training
• Company social events
• Occupational Maternity & Paternity Pay**
• Occupational Sick Pay & Long Term Sick Pay**

At Glanville Environmental, we take pride in acknowledging that our exceptional accomplishments are a direct result of the unwavering dedication and skill of our workforce. We are fully committed to fostering an environment that nurtures and develops our staff, ensuring plentiful avenues for continuous training and personal growth. By joining our team, you become part of a collective that is spearheading sustainable infrastructure in the civil engineering and drainage sector by revolutionising the industry, embracing innovation, and challenging conventional boundaries.

If you are looking for a secure and permanent position with a family-owned business and have the attributes that we are looking for, please apply today by filling out the form below or email your CV to recruitment@glanvilleltd.co.uk.