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Drainage Operative

Job details
Posting date: 18 December 2025
Salary: £16.25 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 17 January 2026
Location: Croydon, London, CR09XY
Company: Vector Recruitment Solutions
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 58748470

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Summary

Gully/Drainage Operative Position

Vector is currently seeking Gully/Drainage Operatives to join our client, a tier one main contractor, at their depot near Purley, Croydon.

This will begin on a temporary with a view to permanent employment.

Job Description

In this role, you will work in tandem with an HGV Driver as part of a two-person team. Your primary responsibility will be operating a vacuum hose and jetting equipment to clear roadside drains, ensuring they remain unblocked. This job is physically demanding due to the frequent lifting of drain covers.

Requirements


- Previous experience within drainage or highways is desirable but not essential
- Access to personal transportation, as the depot is not easily reachable via public transit.
- High Pressure Water Jetting (desirable)

Shifts

Monday to Friday - 50 hours per week

- Nights - 5pm - 3:30am (start and finish times may vary)

Pay

- Nights - £16.25 per hour (PAYE)

Please contact Robert on 01737 452 503 if you would like to know more information or apply online.

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