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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’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 (EBITDA £45 m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a country‑wide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectively.
Strong leadership sits at our heart, supporting our people and ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised while delivering absolute, exacting operational excellence. Our team embraces quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, which is one of our fundamental key differentiators.
In this critical role we ensure our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute 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, 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.
Position: Drainage Engineer
Location: Ryemeads Sewage Treatment Works, Home Counties North Region, (Ware, Hertfordshire)
Job Type: Permanent, full‑time
Hours: 4 days on / 4 days off, 40.25 hours
Salary: OTE £34,000 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.
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE
About the Role
* Travelling to residential sites via 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 H&S practice while carrying out works.
* Ensure vehicle stock is full and replenished.
* Comply with health and safety responsibilities i.e. PPE / safe site set ups protecting Lanes Group employees, the public and other road users.
* Utilise VISTEC and Salesforce platforms.
* Liaise with the client regarding progress and any updates.
* Be able to work unsupervised in all weather conditions utilising correct PPE, lone worker system, etc.
* Dynamically risk assess site access & working conditions depending on specific circumstances on arrival.
* Provide support to your colleagues.
* Conduct thorough inspections of tools, equipment and plant before/after use.
* Report any defects or malfunctions in regards to training.
* Carry out risk assessments and have a mature approach to risk perception.
* Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibility towards them.
* Any other reasonable ad‑hoc duties requested by management.
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.
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.
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