Drainage & Utilities Trainee Operative

Drainage & Utilities Trainee Operative

Location: Taunton, Somerset
Contract: Permanent, Full-time, 40 hours per week
Pay: £12.71 per hour + enhanced overtime rates
Training: Full training and career development provided

Kickstart a career in drainage and utilities

Looking to retrain into a skilled, long-term trade? This is a genuine opportunity to join a well-established drainage and wastewater services company operating across the South West.

Working with local water authorities and major construction clients, the business plays a key role in maintaining essential infrastructure. They re known for developing trainees into fully qualified engineers, offering real progression and stability.

You ll receive full training from day one with the opportunity to gain additional qualifications and build a stable, well-paid career. As part of your development, you ll have the opportunity to gain your HGV Class 2 (Cat C) license, fully funded by the business. This role will involve staying away Monday to Friday, with accommodation and meal allowances provided as well as a generous monthly incentive meaning you can earn £1,600 extra a month.

This role is ideal if you enjoy practical, hands-on outdoor work and want a career with variety, responsibility, and strong earning potential.

About the Role

• Learn drainage engineering alongside experienced engineers
• Assist with high-pressure water jetting of sewer and storm systems
• Support CCTV drainage inspections and surveys
• Operate specialist jetting and CCTV vehicles
• Carry out manual handling, site clean-ups, and debris removal
• Work in confined spaces (full training and certification provided)
• Support larger projects including tank and syphon cleaning
• Complete job and site records using a tablet
• Travel across varied sites
• Work away Monday to Friday on projects further afield
• Accommodation and meal allowances provided
• Opportunity to earn an additional £1,600 per month with staying away incentives on top of your salary

About You

• Background in labouring, construction, groundworks, civils, utilities or similar
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physically fit and enjoys hands-on work
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
• Interest in gaining new qualifications, including HGV license
• Flexible approach to travel
• Full clean UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check as part of the onboarding process

Why Apply?

• Full training into a skilled, in-demand trade
• Opportunity to gain a fully funded HGV Class 2 license
• Clear progression into drainage engineer roles
• Significant earning potential with working away opportunities
• Stable, long-term career in essential infrastructure

Additional Information

This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check due to the nature of the sites and client requirements.

Ready to retrain and build a long-term career with real earning potential?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.