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At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well‑being of our people and our customers. We are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner with a turnover in excess of £530 million and over 4,000 brilliant people.
Position: HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineer
Location: Camberley STW, Sunderland, South‑East England
Job Type: Permanent, full‑time
Hours: 4 On 4 Off, 40.25 hours (working both earlies and lates) – flexible schedule, weekends and on‑call rota required.
Salary: £50 000 per annum (basic pay, overtime, on‑call allowance and bonuses).
Benefits: 21 days holiday (including bank holidays); health cash plan; free onsite parking; auto‑enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.
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About The Role
Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer‑focused people to join our Utility Division, working on our Thames Water contract to deliver real and effective solutions to waste‑water network and drainage problems.
Responsibilities
* 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 (including loading and unloading to/from tanker pipe storage trays) 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.
* 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.
* Any other reasonable ad‑hoc tasks, duties or projects as requested by management.
So 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 potential, we are the right company for you.
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 minimum of a HGV Class 2 licence, completed the CPC certificate of professional competence, and have an up‑to‑date digital tachograph card.
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, including those from under‑represented 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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