Sewerage Operator - #1670797

Do you like working outdoors? Are you looking for a role that offers development opportunities? If so, the Sewerage team would be perfect for you to start your career with an award-winning business. 

As a Sewerage Operator you will be part of a team working to maintain our sewerage network to meet quality and customer service standards in accordance with wastewater procedures and work instructions.

You will:

• be working with customers to resolve reactive incidents which may include blockages, pollution and flooding (internal and external)


• be responsible for accurately collating and submitting feedback information from site, such as incident forms


• be responsible for your own health and safety as well as that of your team and any contractors, customers and the general public


• be involved in routine maintenance as well as reactive work.

Because we provide a 24-hour service you will be paid stand-by arrangements which will be on a rota basis, working one week in four which will cover 365 days a year. The role involves travelling across the north of our region which covers Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, B&NES and everywhere in between.

Customer focused and a team player, you will have a conscientious and committed approach and ensure you continually provide a high-quality service with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and exceeding performance targets.

In addition, you will need:

• experience using single man jetting unit and CCTV equipment


• a QCF in sewerage operations or City & Guilds equivalent is beneficial but not essential, or you will be willing to undertake certification


• confined space trained and Streetworks certification for working on the highway would be an advantage but is not essential as training can be provided


• basic IT knowledge, including Microsoft Office – full training will be provided for any internal systems


• to hold a valid driving licence. A company vehicle will be provided for your travel


• to be able to work in pressurised environments, 45 hours per week.

• A combined pension contribution of 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, subject to conditions.


• 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.

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.


• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350 acre former airfield into an award winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community.


• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors.


• YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 19,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space.


• Plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about 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.  

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.