CAD Technician

Lanes Infrastructure; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.

We provide award-winning services to the clean water, wastewater, gas, multi-utilities, and the highways sector. We are passionate about working alongside our clients and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life throughout the UK.

About The Role

Sapphire Utility Solutions are looking for a CAD Operator to work with the Traffic Management department overseeing the UK - based in Walton Summit.

As the Traffic Management CAD Technician, you will produce Traffic Management CAD Drawings for various TM scenarios. Our high standards must be maintained on each drawing to meet client and council-specific requirements.

We do not require anyone with experience; however, a desire to build a career in the field and enthusiasm to gain further knowledge and training is a must. Previous CAD experience is advantageous; however, not required.

Location: Walton Summit, Lancashire
Hours: 42.5 hours per week
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Responsibilities - But Not Limited To

• Produce Traffic Management drawings, utilising Bricscad along with Cone software for Traffic Management scenarios such as: Give and Take, Priority System, Stop/Go boards, Portable Traffic Signals, Convoy Working, Road Closures, Diversions, and Lane Closures for submission to clients and local authorities.
• Liaise with our Operations Managers, Depot Managers, Agents, and Client planners to give progress updates.
• Show good awareness of the timescales for undertaking required works and ensure that client-specific SLA’s are met.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills to ensure that our clients are kept up to date with the progress of their requests.
• Be organised to meet strict SLA’s for each client.
• Work well both in a team and on your own initiative.

Experience And Qualifications Desirable For The Role

• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Previous experience of CAD advantageous.
• Familiar with Chapter 8 and Streetworks code of practice.
• Good IT Skills – Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Demonstrable knowledge of TTM specs.

What You Will Get In Return
In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group - the UK’s largest independent provider, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being, growth, and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual's unique contribution, we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity.

What We Offer

• 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Death in service
• Training and progression opportunities
• Free on-site parking

This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit it to recruitment.

The Lanes Group plc comprises a range of established service provider 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 - https://www.lanesgroup.com/

Lanes I - https://lanes-infra.com/

SUS - https://sus.co.uk/

Clearflow - https://www.clearflowltd.com/

AQS - https://aqsenvironmentalsolutions.ie/

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.
Strictly no agencies please.
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