Drain Jetting Technician — Field Specialist & Problem Solver

Lanes Group Plc; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lanes Group is seeking a Jetting Engineer in Manchester to join our Operational Team. You will operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear blockages in drains and sewers, inspect systems, and assist with CCTV inspections as required.

This hands-on role requires a full UK driving licence and a proactive approach to safety, data entry, and reporting findings to the team. You will work within a well-established team and contribute to keeping water networks flowing smoothly.

Qualifications

• Customer service and safety-conscious approach required.
• Ability to input data via laptop/tablet during work.
• Role involves operating jetting machinery and reporting findings promptly.

Responsibilities

• Attend to customers and inform them about works and concerns.
• Inspect drainage systems for blockages, leaks or damage.
• Report findings to appropriate teams.
• Assist with high-pressure water jetting operations.
• Operate jetting equipment to clear blockages in drains and sewers.
• Adjust pressure based on system condition and blockage type.
• Remove waste and prevent buildup in lines.
• Use laptop/tablet for data entry.
• Report safety issues according to company procedures.
• Maintain and service jetting equipment.
• Assist with CCTV inspections when required.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Water Jetting Association Red/Blue Book

NRSWA

EUSR National Water Hygiene

Medium risk confined space

Full UK driving licence

Banksman

Emergency First Aid

Tools

Jetting equipment

CCTV inspection support

Job description

The Lanes Group is seeking a Jetting Engineer in Manchester to join our Operational Team. You will operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear blockages in drains and sewers, inspect systems, and assist with CCTV inspections as required.

This hands-on role requires a full UK driving licence and a proactive approach to safety, data entry, and reporting findings to the team. You will work within a well-established team and contribute to keeping water networks flowing smoothly.