Drainage Engineer

Lanes Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Drainage Engineers to join their dynamic team in Southampton. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors and delivering exceptional customer service. As part of a close-knit team, you'll be responsible for maintaining drainage systems and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. With full training provided, this is a perfect chance to start a rewarding career in the utilities sector. Join a company that values your potential and fosters your career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health cash plan

Onsite parking

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and health and safety standards.
• Ability to work flexibly and in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Travel to residential sites and maintain drainage systems.
• Run diagnostics and repairs on drains while ensuring safety.

Skills

Customer Service

Health and Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

Drainage Qualifications (NRSWA, Confined Spaces)

Tools

High Pressure Jetting Equipment

Salesforce

VISTEC

Job description

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We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water! We are recruiting for a number of Drainage Engineers to work in 2 person teams, covering the whole of Hampshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a new career with us here at Lanes Group!

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.

Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators.

In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.

We operate 24/7 and as such you are required to work flexible hours, weekends and participate in an on-call rota. Full training / PPE / use of company equipment will be provided to ensure that all our drainage engineers have the right tools, competency, and confidence to undertake the work to Lanes’ high standard of operation regardless of background or previous experience.

Position: Drainage Engineer

Location: Millbrook Depot (Southampton, Hampshire)

Job Type: Permanent, full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week

Salary: £30,500 per annum

Benefits: 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.

About The Role

Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Southern Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to waste-water network and drainage problems.

• Travelling to residential sites via HGV in a two person team, around the region powering a high-pressure water jet for restoration.
• Clean, clear and maintain drainage systems.
• Record each job report correctly on the specialist equipment provided.
• Run diagnostics and repairs on drains
• Delivering good customer service.
• Maintaining good H&S practise while carrying out works.
• Ensure vehicle stock is full and replenished.
• To comply with health and safety responsibilities i.e. PPE / safe site set ups protecting Lanes Group employees, the public and other road users.
• To be able to utilise VISTEC and Salesforce platforms.
• Liaising with the client regarding progress and any updates.
• Ability to work unsupervised in all weather conditions utilising correct PPE, lone worker system, etc
• Dynamically risk assess site access & working conditions depending on specific circumstances on arrival
• Provide support to your colleagues.
• To conduct thorough inspections of tools, equipment and plant before/after use.
• Report any defects or malfunctions in regards to training.
• Carry out risk assessments and have a mature approach to risk perception.
• Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibility towards them
• Any other reasonable ad-hoc duties requested by management
  
  

So if you enjoy working outdoors and delivering only the best in customer service, where no two days are the same and want to join a growing company that not only values you and your ability - but also strives to develop your potential and further your career progression, then we are the right Company for you.

What is essential is the ability to work safely to quickly diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

FULL TRAINING GIVEN - Great Opportunity

About You

The ideal candidate will be hard working and respectful and comply with health and safety standards. Experience in the use of High Pressure Jetting equipment is useful but not essential. Other drainage qualifications (e.g. NRSWA and Confined Spaces) are an advantage.

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group are a signatory of the ‘Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health’ run by Mindful Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

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  Utilities

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