At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to tackle drainage issues and deliver top-notch customer service.
- Company: Lanes Group, the UK's largest independent infrastructure delivery partner.
- Benefits: Enjoy 21 days holiday, health cash plan, and a friendly working environment.
- Other info: Full training provided; great opportunity for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working outdoors and developing your skills.
- Qualifications: HGV Class 2 licence and a passion for safety and customer service.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water! We are recruiting for a number of Drainage Engineers to work in 2 person teams, covering the whole of Hampshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a new career with us here at Lanes Group!
At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations.
Strong leadership is at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering operational excellence. In this critical role, we ensure our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, leaving a legacy of quality and compliance, and keeping our promises at all times.
We operate 24/7 and as such you are required to work flexible hours, weekends and participate in an on-call rota. Full training, PPE, and use of company equipment will be provided to ensure that all our drainage engineers have the right tools, competency, and confidence to undertake the work to Lanes’ high standard of operation regardless of background or previous experience.
About the role:
- Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer-focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Southern Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to waste-water network and drainage problems.
- Travelling to residential sites via a HGV in a two-person team, around the region, powering a high-pressure water jet for restoration.
- Clean, clear and maintain drainage systems.
- Record each job report correctly on the specialist equipment provided.
- Run diagnostics and repairs on drains.
- Deliver good customer service.
- Maintain good health and safety practice while carrying out works.
- Ensure vehicle stock is full and replenished.
- Comply with health and safety responsibilities, i.e. PPE / safe site setups protecting Lanes Group employees, the public and other road users.
- Utilise VISTEC and Salesforce platforms.
- Operate JHL specification vacuum tankers and associated equipment.
- Safely access vehicle cabs, sites and offices using correct procedures.
- Manipulate flexible pipework in a safe manner utilising correct manual handling techniques.
- Work unsupervised in all weather conditions, wearing correct PPE or utilising the lone worker system.
- Dynamically risk assess site access and working conditions depending on specific circumstances on arrival.
- Liaising with the client regarding process and any updates.
- Provide support to your colleagues.
- Conduct thorough inspections of tools, equipment and plant before and after use.
- Report any defects or malfunctions.
- Carry out risk assessments and have a mature approach to risk perception.
- Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them.
- Any other reasonable ad-hoc tasks, duties or projects as requested by management.
If you enjoy working outdoors and delivering only the best in customer service, where no two days are the same and want to join a growing company that values you and your ability, then we are the right Company for you.
What is essential is the ability to work safely to quickly diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction. FULL TRAINING GIVEN - Great Opportunity.
About you:
- The ideal candidate will be hard working and respectful and comply with health and safety standards.
- Experience in the use of High Pressure Jetting equipment is useful but not essential.
- Other drainage qualifications (e.g. NRSWA and Confined Spaces) are an advantage.
- You must have a minimum of a HGV Class 2 licence, completed the certificate of professional competence (CPC), and have an up to date digi tachograph card.
At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups.
Lanes Group are a signatory of the ‘Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health’ run by Mindful Employer.
