Drainage Operative/survey Assistant - Manchester, United Kingdom - RPS Group

RPS Group
RPS Group
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Manchester, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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The Asset Survey team at RPS requires additional Assistant Drainage Operatives to join our waste water network team based out of the Irlam, Manchester office.

Working with waste water operations, you will be part of a 2 or 3 person site survey crew utilised to gather CCTV, flow and other data across above and below-ground waste-water assets.

Ensuring safe systems of work, which often requires safe entry into confined spaces and working on the highway, you will safeguard the public and the crews' wellbeing during survey operations.

No previous water industry experience is required as we will provide all necessary training.

This is a permanent role, generally working flexible day shifts Monday to Friday and available for an immediate start. We are on occasions required to work night shifts and work away from home as contracts and surveys demand.


The salary for this role is £23,860 per annum, with overtime available on occasions Monday to Friday (Saturdays' time and a half, Sundays' double time).

Accommodation and subsistence for any stay away from home is paid by RPS.

We're RPS, our projects are all around you. You'll be supported every step of the way in your career.


What you'll be doing

  • Ensuring the safety of our Survey Operatives and members of the public
  • Moving and handling heavy manhole covers
  • Following instructions from your crew leader
  • Being alert and monitoring the safety of your team members whilst they are underground
  • Working at height and within a confined space

Who we're looking for?

  • Able to follow instructions
  • Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Enjoy working as part of a team
  • A flexible approach to working hours.
  • Physically able to undertake all duties required (lifting/carrying etc.)
  • Commitment to working safely with excellent health and safety awareness
  • Basic written, verbal, numerical and IT skills
  • Full UK driving licence

What's in it for you?
We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Here you'll find true support and encouragement. We're an accredited training provider and we support learning and development for everyone.

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported as far as you want to go.


RPS, a Tetra Tech company
Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, in January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company.

With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world's most complex problems.


What happens next?

Health and Safety
Please note you may encounter the following in this role:

  • Lifting heavy inspection chamber covers
  • Contact with wastewater and sewage (PPE will be provided)
  • Night work may also be required
Please note mandatory drugs and alcohol tests are undertaken for this role.


Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Mindful that a truly inclusive organization must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communities and clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company's future.


Our approach to Diversity and inclusion
Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.

'Stronger Together' is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace:
'We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.'

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