HGV Operator

HGV Operator

Location: Haydock

Employment type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with overtime options available

With the exception of Class 2 licence, if you have no other relevant experience the business will look to put you through outstanding training.

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.​ 

• 28 days annual leave plus the option to buy 5 additional holidays.
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services 
• Cycle to Work scheme 
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more! 
• Life assurance cover 
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long service recognition 
• Active local social committees 
• Regular social events 
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community 

About the role…

Ipsum have a new and exciting opportunity for a results driven individual looking to join our team. As part of our continuous growth and commitment to Openreach we are looking for new desilt/gully team operators. Working as part of a team, your role will be operating our high spec Jetvac units cleaning Openreach’s underground infrastructure. Working alongside Openreach engineers, your role will include manhole, box, and chamber cleaning as well as civils avoidance/blockage clearance. Using our innovative Ipsum Live job management system for real time reporting to the client, job management, safety reporting and lots more will efficiently manage your days’ work

As a HGV Operator  you will…

• Driving & Operating HGV Jetting equipment day to day.
• Suction activities 
• Ensure compliance with all aspects of Health and Safety, Quality and Environment Ensure Company policies are always adhered to.
• Ensure all site related incidents are reported to your Supervisor.
• Contribute and react swiftly to resolve problems before they escalate.
• Work closely Openreach engineers and following on site instruction.
• Blockage reports.
• Always establish good relationships and communication and resolve issues and early resolution of any potential problems.
• You need to be flexible: we operate 24/7 so there will be early starts, weekend working and an out-of-hours.

About you…

• With the exception of Class 2 licence, if no other relevant tickets are valid the business will look to put you through outstanding training.
• Clean HGV Driving Licence
• Experience operating HGV Jetting equipment
• NRSWA Streetworks
• Confined space level 2 and above
• High-pressure water jetting
• Manual Handling & First Aid at Work
• Smart Awards SA002 & MT003

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. 
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Next steps...

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!