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Honiton | 29,000+ per annum | 45 hours per week + overtime | Permanent | UK-wide travel required
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an Industrial Jet Washer to join the Environmental Services Division in Honiton. This is a varied and rewarding role, working across a wide range of industries, including cement works, oil refineries, sewage treatment plants, and Royal Navy vessels.
All operatives receive full training to carry out tasks safely, with strict health & safety procedures in place. Flexibility is key, as work may include nights, weekends, and travel to customer sites.
Key Duties:
- Carry out industrial cleaning operations to a high standard in line with company H&S procedures.
- General site cleaning, repairs, and maintenance.
- Scheduled plant cleaning during shutdowns.
- Pollution control and spill response.
- High-pressure water jetting and cold cutting using hydro-cutting equipment (additional training provided if required).
- Confined space work, including tank and sewer cleaning (may require breathing apparatus).
- Rescue team duties (with specialist training).
- Complete daily/weekly work records, timesheets, and relevant documentation.
- Drive and maintain vans, jet vac lorries, and trailers (Cat B+E licence required).
- Ensure all vehicles remain clean and roadworthy.
- Communicate effectively with clients regarding tasks and health & safety issues.
Requirements:
- Class 2 Licence (ability to drive both van and Jet Vac lorry).
- Experience using high-pressure water jetting equipment.
- Confined space training (City & Guilds 6150-03 preferred).
- CSCS card, CCNSG, or similar safety passport.
- Emergency First Aid qualification (First Aid at Work for rescue duties).
- Good communication skills and ability to work independently.
- Physically fit and able to work in confined spaces (medical assessment required).
- Willingness to travel and work nights/weekends as required.
Desirable:
- Cat B+E licence for van/trailer combinations.
- IPAF, PASMA, and National Water Hygiene Card.
- Experience in oil refineries, petrochemical plants, or related industries.
What We Offer:
- Salary from 29,000 per annum + overtime pay.
- 25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays.
- Company bonus scheme and pension.
- Death in service benefit.
- Full training provided for all specialist tasks.
- Opportunities for certification including IPAF, SEIRS, and other industry qualifications.
Interested?
Apply now to join a specialist industrial services team and develop your skills with industry-leading training and long-term career progression.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
