HGV Driver & Operator

HGV Driver & Operator

Location: Leicester

Employment type: Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities available

Vacancies: x4 roles available

What’s in it for you…

At Ipsum, we believe in investing in our people. When you join us, you’re not just stepping into a job — you’re building a long-term career with support, training and opportunities to grow your skills in a specialist sector.

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development with the opportunity to gain industry-recognised qualifications

24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club with savings on supermarkets, phone bills, gyms and more

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering days within your community

About the role…

As an HGV Driver & Operator, you’ll play a key role in helping us maintain and improve drainage networks across public and private infrastructure. You’ll operate specialist jetting vehicles, support planned and emergency works, and ensure essential services run smoothly for the communities we serve.

This is a full-time, permanent role with strong opportunities for development, especially for those interested in progressing their skills in utilities, drainage or HGV operations.

As an HGV Driver & Operator you will…

Operate HGV jetting units to carry out drainage cleaning, unblocking and maintenance

Respond to both planned jobs and emergency call-outs when required

Use CCTV equipment to inspect drainage systems and identify issues

Work closely with internal teams and clients to report findings and recommend solutions

Follow all Health & Safety regulations, RAMS and company procedures

Maintain accurate records of completed work and materials used

Carry out routine checks, basic vehicle maintenance and ensure equipment is in good working order

About you…

You’ll be a reliable, practical person with a strong awareness of safety and a willingness to learn. A full HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence is essential.

Experience in drainage or jetting operations is an advantage, but we’re also open to applicants with broader HGV or construction/utility experience who want to develop into the role.

The following certificates are beneficial, but training can be provided:

• High-pressure water jetting

• Confined space entry

• CCTV drainage survey equipment experience

• Health & Safety training (e.g., CSCS)

You’ll need strong communication skills, good problem?solving ability and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. Flexibility to work nights and weekends is required as part of the operation.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities…

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce.

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Next steps…

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply — or get in touch with the Talent Team to learn more about the role