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Job Title: Trainee Drainage Engineer
Location: Derby
Employment Type: Full time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week
What We Offer
* Up to £14.00 per hour and enhanced overtime rates
* Weekly pay
* 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
* Pension scheme
* Death in service
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Opportunity to work with a leading water utility network
Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee Drainage Engineer to join our team working out of our Derby Depot. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in drainage surveying with full training provided. You'll be working alongside experienced engineers to carry out surveys of drainage systems, learning how to assess conditions, identify defects, and support maintenance and repair strategies.
As a Trainee Drainage Engineer, You Will
* Communicate with customers about scheduled works and address any concerns.
* Follow Anglian Water’s standards and comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Assist in identifying drainage issues, including blockages, structural defects, infiltration, and root ingress.
* Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clean and clear drains, sewers, and pipework.
* Remove waste materials and prevent build-up in wastewater systems.
* Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance to ensure readiness.
* Support CCTV inspections to assess the condition of underground pipes and sewers.
* Assist in emergency response situations, including flooding and urgent drainage issues.
* Learn to complete job sheets, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS) under supervision.
About You
* Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points)
* A strong interest in drainage, utilities, or civil engineering
* A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Basic computer skills and a desire to learn new software
About The Lanes Group
The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems. Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000+ staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer.
The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.
Strictly no agencies please
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