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CCTV / Drainage Investigations Operative

Our client is seeking an experienced CCTV / Drainage Investigations Operative to join a newly established CCTV team operating across the North West.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team delivering high-quality drainage investigations and CCTV surveys across public sewer networks and domestic drainage systems.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out detailed CCTV surveys of drainage and sewer networks using state-of-the-art equipment. Your work will involve identifying defects, recording accurate data, and providing clear, reliable reports to clients.

This is a hands-on, field-based role requiring a proactive, safety-conscious individual who is comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions.

Key Responsibilities

* Conduct CCTV drainage surveys using specialist equipment

* Identify and record defects within sewer and drainage systems

* Accurately complete documentation and annotate plans

* Liaise professionally with clients and members of the public

* Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety regulations

* Work collaboratively as part of a three-person field team

About You

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual with previous experience in a similar role. You will take pride in producing accurate work and delivering excellent service.

Essential Skills & Experience

* Previous CCTV drainage survey experience (preferred)

* Strong understanding of public sewer networks and domestic drainage systems

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Accurate record-keeping and strong attention to detail

* Strong problem-solving abilities

* Proven reliability and flexibility

* Full UK driving licence

Desirable Qualifications

* Confined Spaces Certification

* NRSWA Signing, Lighting & Guarding qualification

* Experience working in highways environments

Candidates without the above certifications will still be considered if they can demonstrate relevant outdoor or manual labour experience and a willingness to undertake training.

Working Conditions

This role involves:

* Working outdoors in all weather conditions

* Manual handling, including lifting heavy manhole covers

* Entering confined spaces and sewer systems

* Flexible working hours, including early starts, late finishes, occasional Saturday work, and potential night work

* Overtime paid at enhanced rates

Flexibility is essential due to the operational nature of the work.

What’s on Offer

Our client is committed to supporting professional growth and career development. You will benefit from:

* Ongoing training and development opportunities

* A structured career pathway

* A supportive and collaborative working environment

* A culture that values wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion

* The opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing team

Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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