Reinstatement Operative

Do you enjoy working outdoors and being part of a team? If so, we have opportunities in our reinstatement team. Reporting to the area reinstatement controller you will be responsible for the permanent reinstatement of excavations in highways, footways and other hard paved areas.

As one of our reinstatement operatives based in the west of our region, you will be working in a two-person team carrying out small and large reinstatements for other parts of the business. This will include asphalt and white top work in footways and carriageways along with repairing and replacing manhole frames and covers. The need to work some weekends and nightshifts will also be required.

The ability to operate small plant, eg, pedestrian rollers, disc cutters, trench rammers and plate compactors. You should also have knowledge of material specifications and laying procedures as well as some experience in blacktop reinstatement. A full clean driving licence is essential and a 7.5t or 18t licence along with a NRSWA streetworks accreditation is preferred.

We are looking for someone with a ‘can do attitude, who is confident, driven, self-motivated, well-organised and a great team player.

• Total pension contributions up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days holiday and sell up to five every year.
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary.
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

We are one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.

The work we do goes beyond providing an essential public service. We also aim to have a positive impact on the communities we serve and the natural environment.

Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have the opportunity to develop and progress your career, while also receiving health and wellbeing support.

We also continue to promote diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join us and if you would like to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need.

Sound interesting? Apply to start your application.