Jetting Technician
Location: Andover
Employment type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities available
We’re looking for an experienced Jetting Technician to join our growing Infrastructure team!
Ipsum have a new and exciting opportunity for a results driven individual looking to join our team. As part of our continuous growth and commitment to Openreach we are looking for new desilt/gully team operators.
Working as part of a team, your role will be operating our high spec Jetvac units cleaning Openreach’s underground infrastructure. Working alongside Openreach engineers, your role will include manhole, box, and chamber cleaning as well as civils avoidance/blockage clearance. Using our innovative Ipsum Live job management system for real time reporting to the client, job management, safety reporting and lots more will efficiently manage your days’ work.
What’s in it for you…
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.
- Competitive Salary with overtime opportunities
- 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays + option to buy up to 5 additional days
- Know someone great? Refer them to us and receive a £1000 for every referral*
- Company Pension Scheme
- Career development and funded professional qualifications
- 24/7 virtual GP access
- Mental health support & counselling services
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee discount platform with savings on supermarkets, gyms, mobile phones and more
- Life Assurance cover
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Long Service Awards
- Paid volunteering opportunities
What you’ll be doing
As a Jetting Technician , you’ll be responsible for:
- Operating Jetting equipment day to day.
- Suction activities
- Ensure compliance with all aspects of Health and Safety, Quality and Environment
- Ensure Company policies are always adhered to.
- Ensure all site related incidents are reported to your Supervisor.
- Contribute and react swiftly to resolve problems before they escalate.
- Work closely Openreach engineers and following on site instruction.
- Blockage reports.
- Always establish good relationships and communication and resolve issues and early resolution of any potential problems.
- You need to be flexible: we operate 24/7 so there will be early starts, weekend working and an out-of-hours.
What we’re looking for:
Ideally, you’ll bring previous experience in a similar role, a safety-focused approach to work as well as:
- NRSWA Streetworks
- Confined space level 2 and above
- High-pressure water jetting
- Manual Handling & First Aid at Work
- Smart Awards SA002 & MT003
Training will be provided if the candidate does not hold the desirable qualifications.
So, what’s next?
Our Talent Acquisition Team will work with the hiring manager to review candidates and arrange interviews – so keep an eye on your phone!
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Jetting Technician in Andover employer: Ipsum Group
Ipsum is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for its employees. With a strong commitment to professional development, we offer extensive growth opportunities and a range of benefits including flexible working, access to a virtual GP, and community volunteering initiatives. Our culture prioritises collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the utility sector while enjoying a fulfilling career.
