Deep Suction Tanker Operative in Wellington

Job Purpose: Undertaking specialist cleaning and maintenance on a variety of water industry assets to ensure their operation remains effective for our clients. Working environments will include at height or within a confined space.

Hours of Work: The post holder is contracted to work a 40‑hour week, basic hours being 07:30 am until 16:00 Monday to Friday. In addition, there is a requirement to be able to satisfy overtime requirements plus the post‑holder will be required to participate in a Standby / Call‑out rota and stay away from home on occasion.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Operating specialist plant and equipment to facilitate completion of complex maintenance tasks.
• Working in teams and on your own on various Wastewater/Water Treatment Works and associated infrastructure throughout various water authorities and associated companies.
• Complete work efficiently and on time to be able to complete complex work in challenging environments whilst following all codes of practice and RAMS.
• Works to be carried out in accordance with health and safety to include provided RAMS documentation. The postholder holds full responsibility for reading and signing such documentation.
• Manual handling; installation and removal of hose and pipework, confined space working.
• Working on various large tanks, wet wells, siphons and other wastewater assets when required.
• Operating company vehicles including HGV & ADR class vehicles or any other vehicle for which the postholder is suitably qualified and is full‑responsible for ensuring all vehicle checks are undertaken prior to commencing any works.
• Compliance with tachograph regulations and reporting in the required manner.
• Ensuring your vehicle and equipment is kept clean, tidy & secure, and any defects are reported immediately.
• Maintaining a clean and tidy appearance within the environment the post holder works in, wearing appropriate uniform and PPE where required (provided PPE must be maintained and any defects reported).
• Be part of the on‑call rota, which will include being available at certain times including evenings, weekends and bank holidays (at overtime rate).
• Liaison with customers on site to discuss ongoing works and further services of the company.
• Completion of all works paperwork and submission in a timely manner to depot supervision, including but not limited to vehicle daily checks, job tickets & timesheets.
• Complete all relevant training required for the role, including but not limited to CSCS & confined space training.

This list is not exhaustive, and the postholder will be expected to undertake any other duties for which they are qualified and capable of undertaking.

Health and Safety: It is your contractual duty to follow health and safety instructions issued by the company, and to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work. The company expects all employees to adhere to safe working practices and all tasks should be undertaken, applying correct procedures and seeking precise advice and guidance from supervision when required.

Measures of success: In addition to a probationary review period and annual appraisal, the postholder will be continually monitored to ensure performance is as expected and required. Supervision may choose to discuss performance at any time to assist the development of the postholder.

Qualifications:

• Full Class C UK driving licence – a requirement for the role, but we would consider applicants without it but with the competency to obtain.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to turn a hand to mechanical fault finding.
• Valid CPC card.
• Willingness to undertake any additional training to increase capability of the division in providing service to customers.
• A knowledge of the wastewater industry is preferable.
• At least 2 years driving experience of an HGV is preferable.
• Flexibility towards hours and understanding of the reactive nature of the utilities industry.
• Ability to be a team player with a flexible approach to work at night/weekend if necessary.
• Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative.
• Comfortable working with raw sewage.
• Proof of right to work in the UK.

What's in it for you?

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave.
• Company pension.
• Life assurance scheme (four times salary).
• Medicash plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to four dependents.
• 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.

About us: For over 20 years Oneline has been supporting customers with expert diagnostics, maintenance, and monitoring on their complex infrastructure to keep their networks flowing. A family‑run business, we are a specialist drainage company that began with CCTV surveys and moved into jetting. We diversified into larger, more complex projects such as tank cleaning and tankering, growing the fleet to match our customers’ requirements. 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.