CAD Technician

Lanes Group; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider in the UK is seeking a CAD Technician to support infrastructure projects in Gillingham. The role involves producing drainage asset drawings from survey data and collaborating with engineers. Ideal candidates will have proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation, with a solid understanding of drainage systems. The company offers training and several benefits, including holiday, pension, and regular training opportunities.

Benefits

24 days holiday

Pension scheme and death-in-service benefit

Perk Box

Free car parking

Regular training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Ability to read and interpret topographical survey data.
• Training will be provided by experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Produce and update drainage asset drawings using AutoCAD.
• Interpret CCTV survey footage and map drainage networks.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure drawing accuracy.

Skills

AutoCAD – 2D drafting

MicroStation familiarity

Understanding of drainage infrastructure

IT literacy in Microsoft Office

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

We are looking for a CAD Technician within our drainage team. You will play a key role in supporting infrastructure projects for the Rail Infrastructure. Your primary responsibility will be to produce accurate and detailed drainage asset drawings based on CCTV survey data, topographical inputs, and site investigations. You will work closely with engineers, surveyors, and project managers to ensure that all drawings meet client specifications and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and update drainage asset drawings using AutoCAD.
• Use of MicroStation for client-specific requirements.
• Interpret CCTV survey footage and manhole card data to map drainage networks.
• Create site layout drawings showing pipe connectivity, invert levels, and defects.
• Collaborate with engineers and survey teams to ensure drawing accuracy.
• Maintain drawing standards and naming conventions aligned with project protocols.

Requirements

• AutoCAD – 2D drafting, layer management, block creation and annotation.
• MicroStation – Familiarity with Bentley Workflows and file formats.
• Basic understanding of drainage infrastructure, including manholes, catchpits, and invert levels.
• Ability to read and interpret topographical survey data.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• General IT literacy in Microsoft Office.

Necessary training will be provided by experienced professionals within the business, and there will be opportunities to gain exposure to other engineering areas, supporting your continued development.

Benefits

• 24 days holiday
• Pension scheme and death-in-service benefit
• Perk Box
• Free car parking
• Regular training opportunities, including our in-house City & Guilds qualifications

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.

Lanes
Lanes I
SUS
Clearflow
AQS

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.

Strictly no agencies please