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About The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and established company. You will be working reactively across the North West attending emergency call-out jobs for United Utilities, on either a JHL Recycler or a JHL CityFlex. A HGV Class 2 licence is required, and experience of jetting is essential. Training can be provided to the successful candidate.
This position requires candidates to be on call for shifts six days a week. Applicants will receive one paid rest day each week. The on-call shift is from 16:00 to 02:00. During this time, successful applicants must be able to drive to the depot and collect the vehicle.
Applicants will be paid 70 hours per week (inclusive of one paid rest day).
Location: Bamber Bridge, Preston.
Salary: Base up to £49,722 per annum (dependent on experience) OTE of £50,000+ with call-outs.
Responsibilities
* Investigate works that need to be conducted and assess issues to determine resolutions.
* Use of jetting machinery to conduct works and ensure public safety.
* Cover works across the United Utilities network in the North West.
* Attend to customers, inform them of works to be carried out, and answer questions and timescales.
* Inspect drainage systems to identify blockages, leaks, or damage affecting water flow.
* Carry out high-pressure water jetting and operate related equipment.
* Carry out CCTV inspections where required to assess underground pipes and sewers.
* Use electronic devices (laptop/tablet) for data entry.
* Report safety issues in line with company procedures and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
Full training will be provided in Jetting/SLG/First Aid/Manual Handling/Confined Spaces.
Experience And Qualifications
* Class 2 HGV Licence (no more than 6 points).
* Previous experience in a reactive role is desirable but not essential.
* Drainage knowledge is helpful but not essential.
* Able to use machinery in compliance with safety standards; training will be provided.
What You Will Get In Return
As part of the Lanes Group, the UK’s largest independent provider, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises well-being, growth, and safety. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual’s contribution, we empower our team to uphold high standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity.
What We Offer
* Overtime
* OTE of £50,000+ per annum
* Pension
* 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
* Full PPE Provided
* Full training
* Death in service
This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Internal candidates must submit an Internal Application form to recruitment.
Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented groups. Strictly no agencies please.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Utilities
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