Excavation Engineer

Jet Aire are a leading drainage provider working throughout the UK. This is an opportunity for a highly organised individual to join our growing no dig CIPP lining division delivering works for our growing division. We have grown the fleet significantly and have top of the range innovative equipment. 

You will carry out all aspects of drain installation and repair, including excavating, trench support and reinstatements.

More about the role:

Key Responsibilities

• Working in confined spaces
• Drain installation and repair including Section 104 work, CIPP Lining and Patch Repair
• Thorough completion of site/works information on a tablet device
• Carry out work in line with company health and safety policy and procedures
• Good time management and working efficiently
• Completing Drivers Hours Books and Vehicle Checks (Defect books)
• General maintenance and upkeep of vehicles and equipment
• Be prepared to work weekends and away from home
• Undertake all training and development as required
• To understand risk assessments and to assess according to safe systems of work.
• Able to understand and carry out work as set out in a specification.
• Undertaken training on General Health & Safety awareness/ Risk Assessment awareness/Traffic Management/ Use of PDA as required by the company.
• Ability to use small plant and equipment.

About you:

• Driving license required (preferably including towing over 750kg)
• CSCS Card required
• Full Street Works accreditation (operative or supervisor)
• Excavator up to 20 ton (preferred)
• Forward tipping dumper
• Confined Space Accreditation – Medium Risk
• Driven and enthusiastic
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Focus, thoroughness and keen attention to detail
• Solid problem solving and decision-making ability
• Commitment to service excellence demonstrating a ‘can do’ attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and to deliver results to strict/tight deadlines
• Absolute willingness to work outside in all weather conditions
• Work on the Public Highway
• Professional and flexible approach to work
• Drain lining and patching experience (preferred)
• Must be able to work as part of a team or under own initiative

What we can offer you:

• Enhanced maternity,  paternity and adoption pay and leave
• Company pension 
• Life assurance scheme (x4 salary)
• Medicare Cash Plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants
• Refer a friend scheme
• Employee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)
• Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays 
• Training and career progression opportunities

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.