Van Pack Drainage Engineer at Lanes Group
At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well‑being of our people and customers. We are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner with a turnover in excess of £530 million, over 4,000 people and a countrywide network. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250.
Position: Van Pack Drainage Engineer
Location: Beddington Lane Sewage Treatment Works, South London Region (Croydon, Greater London)
Job Type: Permanent, full‑time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours plus every other weekend (working both earlies and lates)
Salary: OTE £37,000 per annum (basic pay, overtime, on call allowance and bonuses)
Benefits: 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; free onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.
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About The Role
As a Van Pack Drainage Engineer you will:
* Travel to residential sites in a van, using 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
* Work unsupervised in all weather conditions, wearing correct PPE and utilising the lone worker system
* Dynamically risk assess site access and working conditions depending on specific circumstances on arrival
* Liaise 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
* Perform any other reasonable ad‑hoc tasks, duties or projects as requested by management
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.
About You
The ideal candidate will be hard working, 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 full UK driver’s licence as all vehicles are manual.
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. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.
Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.
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Full training given – great opportunity.
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