Excavation / Repair Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Jet Aire Services (Leeds depot) have an exciting opportunity for an additional Excavations / Repair Operative to join a growing division within the company who specialise in remedial and repair works within the water & waste industry.
Purpose of the Role
To carry out all aspects of drain installation and repair, including excavating, trench support and reinstatements.
Key Responsibilities
- Working in confined spaces
- Drain installation and repairs including Section 104 work
. Water supply installation, reroutes and repairs
. Installation of sewerage treatment plants
- Thorough completion of site/works information on a tablet device
- Carry out work in line with company health and safety policy and procedures
- Good time management and working efficiently
- Completing Drivers Hours Books and Vehicle Checks (Defect books)
- General maintenance and upkeep of vehicles and equipment
- Be prepared to work weekends and away from home as required
- Undertake all training and development as required
- To understand risk assessments and to assess according to safe systems of work.
- Able to understand and carry out work as set out in a specification.
- Undertaken training on General Health & Safety awareness/ Risk Assessment awareness/Traffic Management/ Use of PDA as required by the company.
. Ability to use small plant and equipment.
Experience and Qualifications
- Driving license required
- CSCS Card required
- Full Street Works accreditation (operative or supervisor)
- Excavator up to 20 ton (preferred)
- Forward tipping dumper
- Confined Space Accreditation – Medium Risk
Personal Skills
- Driven and enthusiastic
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Focus, thoroughness and keen attention to detail
- Solid problem solving and decision-making ability
- Commitment to service excellence demonstrating a ‘can do’ attitude
- Ability to work under pressure and to deliver results to strict/tight deadlines
- Absolute willingness to work outside in all weather conditions
- Work on the Public Highway
- Open to working away and travel when required
- Professional and flexible approach to work
- Drain lining and patching experience (preferred)
- Must be able to work as part of a team or under own initiative
The Vision of Jet Aire Services Group is to be the drainage contractor of choice.
Our mission statement is to build a financially strong and stable business, whilst delivering unrivalled quality service.
Our Company CARE Values
Candour – open, honest, sincere, receptive and listen.
Accountability – accountable for own actions, behaviour, and performance. Take ownership of decisions.
Respect – behave with dignity and respect, listen, and show empathy.
Excellence – strive for excellence.
Jet Aire Services Group Benefits Package
As well as being a great place to work, we offer our employees a range of benefits including.
- The Hub – for JAS People
o Our employee engagement platform that also offers unbeatable money saving discounts.
An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
o Our EAP is a free and confidential employee benefit designed to help deal with issues that could be affecting general wellbeing.
JASafe Always
o We are committed to making Jet Aire Services Group a safe place to work.
Cycle Scheme
Eye Care
Employee of the Month incentive.
o The winner receives £100.00 in gift vouchers.
Refer-a-Friend incentive.
o We hope you enjoy working here so much, you recommend us to your friends and family, you can earn £500.00 for referring us.
If you pride yourself in delivering a quality service, want to work for a financially stable business who offers an attractive overall benefits package, and your values align with ours, we look forward to hearing from you.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Excavation / Repair Operative roles across Jet Aire Services's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,000 - £45,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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