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At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well‑being of our people and our customers. It is a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner, with a turnover in excess of £530 million (EBITDA £45 m), over 4,000 people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250.
We operate 24/7 and you will be required to work flexible hours, weekends and participate in an on‑call rota. Full training, PPE, use of company equipment and a bright future await the right candidate.
Position
HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineer
Location: Beckton Sewage Treatment Works, North London Region (Ilford, East London)
Job type: Permanent, full‑time
Hours: 4 days on 4 days off, average 40.25 hours per week (early and late)
Salary: OTE £50,000 per annum (basic pay + overtime + on‑call allowance + bonuses)
Benefits: 21 days holiday (including bank holidays), health cash plan, free onsite parking, auto‑enrolment pension scheme, friendly working environment.
About The Role
* 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 (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.
* 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 adopt 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.
About You
The ideal candidate will be hard‑working, respectful, and comply with health & safety standards. Experience in the use of High Pressure Jetting equipment is useful but not essential. Other drainage qualifications (e.g. NRSWA, Confined Spaces) are an advantage.
Qualifications
* Minimum of a HGV Class 2 licence.
* Completed the Health Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
* Up‑to‑date digital tachograph card.
Commitment to Diversity
At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Lanes Group is a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.
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