HGV Class 2 Jetting Operative

HGV Class 2 Jetting Operator

Bradford

Salary: £16–£17 per hour - (50 hours)

Full-Time | Drainage & Environmental Services

We are seeking multiple experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Drivers to join a growing drainage and environmental services team in Bradford. This role involves operating Jet Vac/Recycler vehicles to support a wide range of drainage, sewer cleaning, and environmental maintenance services across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers with specialist drainage experience to join a strong, supportive team within a rapidly expanding organisation.

Key Responsibilities

* Operate Jet Vac/Recycler units to carry out sewer cleansing, desilting, gully cleaning, interceptor emptying, and general drainage maintenance.

* Conduct high‑pressure water jetting and vacuum operations to remove blockages, silt, debris, and waste from drainage systems.

* Assist with reactive call-outs, emergency clearance work, and planned maintenance jobs.

* Complete daily vehicle checks, routine maintenance and ensure that the Recycler/Jet Vac unit is safe, compliant and fully operational.

* Work closely with site teams, CCTV survey crews and supervisors to complete jobs efficiently and to a high standard.

* Follow all health & safety procedures, including safe jetting practices, confined-space awareness, PPE requirements and site‑specific safety rules.

* Complete accurate job sheets, digital reports, time logs, RAMS paperwork, and any additional documentation required.

* Engage professionally with customers on site to ensure expectations are met.

* Work as part of a 2–3 person crew, supporting colleagues in both operational and manual tasks.

* Represent the company positively on site, maintaining high customer service standards at all times.

Required Experience & Qualifications

* Full UK Class 2 (Category

C) licence.

* Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.

* Prior experience operating Recycler or Jet Vac units within drainage, utilities, or environmental services.

* Experience with high‑pressure jetting, vacuum systems, and sewer cleaning techniques.

* Relevant certifications such as:

* HPWJ (Water Jetting Association)

* Confined Space (Medium/High Risk desirable)

* CSCS or Streetworks (NRSWA)

Ideal Candidate

* Reliable, hardworking and safety‑focused.

* Able to work in all weather conditions and in physically demanding environments.

* Comfortable with early starts, overtime, emergency response or call‑out work.

* Strong communicator with good teamwork skills.

* Professional and customer‑focused at all times