Driver & Yard Assistant
| Posting date: | 30 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £32,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 March 2026 |
| Location: | Wallingford, OX10 9BS |
| Company: | Integrated Water Services (Mechanical and Electrical) IWS M&E |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 90 |
Summary
Job Advert
Job Title: Driver & Yard Operative
Location: Wallingford
Salary: £32,000
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the water industry's most critical challenges while developing your
expertise across data, network operations, and strategic resolution planning. G Stow is part of the South Staffordshire Group – a
3,000-strong organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water, and several leading utility support businesses – offering
long-term development and career progression.
We’re looking for a reliable and hands-on Site Operative – Driver & Yard Operative to support our workshop and yard operations.
This is a varied role for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in maintaining safe, organised environments, and is happy
to get stuck in where needed.
You’ll be responsible for maintaining the yard and workshop, supporting mechanical operations, and acting as an additional site
operative when required. Health & safety is at the heart of everything we do, so a strong safety-first mindset is essential.
The Role:
* Maintain a clean, safe and organised yard and workshop
* Prepare, clean and store tools, equipment and lifting gear
* Load and unload deliveries, stock and materials
* Drive company vehicles (including flatbeds) when required
* Carry out daily vehicle and equipment checks
* Support mechanical installation and maintenance work
* Check inventory against the virtual yard system
* Complete job sheets and log work via EasyBOP
* Follow all health & safety policies, procedures and CDM requirements
* Report defects, near misses, incidents and missing equipment
What you’ll need:
* Full UK manual driving licence (clean)
* Experience in a yard, workshop or similar operational environment
* Strong understanding of health & safety practices
* Practical, hands-on and physically capable
* Reliable, punctual and well organised
* Mechanical or electrical knowledge (desirable)
* Comfortable using tools, lifting equipment and manual handling aids
* Able to follow instructions and safe systems of work
* Team player with a positive, proactive attitude
* Committed to maintaining high safety and compliance standards
What you’ll get in return:
* Family-Friendly Leave
Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
* Financial & Life Assurance
Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
* Health & Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
* Lifestyle & Perks
Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
* Professional Development
Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities
* Inclusion & Belonging
Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more.
* Performance & Recognition
Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
* Flexibility & Opportunities
Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant)
Job Title: Driver & Yard Operative
Location: Wallingford
Salary: £32,000
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the water industry's most critical challenges while developing your
expertise across data, network operations, and strategic resolution planning. G Stow is part of the South Staffordshire Group – a
3,000-strong organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water, and several leading utility support businesses – offering
long-term development and career progression.
We’re looking for a reliable and hands-on Site Operative – Driver & Yard Operative to support our workshop and yard operations.
This is a varied role for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in maintaining safe, organised environments, and is happy
to get stuck in where needed.
You’ll be responsible for maintaining the yard and workshop, supporting mechanical operations, and acting as an additional site
operative when required. Health & safety is at the heart of everything we do, so a strong safety-first mindset is essential.
The Role:
* Maintain a clean, safe and organised yard and workshop
* Prepare, clean and store tools, equipment and lifting gear
* Load and unload deliveries, stock and materials
* Drive company vehicles (including flatbeds) when required
* Carry out daily vehicle and equipment checks
* Support mechanical installation and maintenance work
* Check inventory against the virtual yard system
* Complete job sheets and log work via EasyBOP
* Follow all health & safety policies, procedures and CDM requirements
* Report defects, near misses, incidents and missing equipment
What you’ll need:
* Full UK manual driving licence (clean)
* Experience in a yard, workshop or similar operational environment
* Strong understanding of health & safety practices
* Practical, hands-on and physically capable
* Reliable, punctual and well organised
* Mechanical or electrical knowledge (desirable)
* Comfortable using tools, lifting equipment and manual handling aids
* Able to follow instructions and safe systems of work
* Team player with a positive, proactive attitude
* Committed to maintaining high safety and compliance standards
What you’ll get in return:
* Family-Friendly Leave
Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
* Financial & Life Assurance
Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
* Health & Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
* Lifestyle & Perks
Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
* Professional Development
Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities
* Inclusion & Belonging
Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more.
* Performance & Recognition
Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
* Flexibility & Opportunities
Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant)