Drainage Operative / Survey Assistant

RPS Water Operations requires additional Assistant Drainage Operatives to join our waste-water network team based out of Grangemouth. Working with waste-water operations, you will be part of a 3-person site survey crew utilised to gather flow data 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 as we will provide the necessary training required.

· 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

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 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.

This is a permanent role generally working flexible day shifts Monday to Friday, based from our Grangemouth office for an immediate start.

We are on occasions required to work night shifts and work away from home as contracts and surveys demand.

Being part of RPS you will benefit from a competitive salary and full company benefits including pension scheme, share incentive scheme, flexible benefits, and 28 days leave (including statutory holidays). There is 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, We offer a competitive salary, which would be dependent on relevant experience plus a company van and competitive benefits.

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.