Drainage Engineer / Groundworker - Lanes

Defacto Loyalty; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Drainage Engineer to join their expanding team in Manchester. In this dynamic role, you will lead a team on various drainage contracts, utilizing advanced equipment and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The company champions employee growth and well-being, offering continuous training and a supportive work environment. You'll enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including generous holiday allowances and life assurance. If you're passionate about making a difference in the water and wastewater sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

21 days holiday + bank holidays

Life Assurance

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Full company PPE issued

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in drainage/construction sector with skills in excavation and groundwork.
• CSCS card and NRSWA qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a two-person team for drainage contracts and groundwork projects.
• Ensure health and safety compliance while providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Excavation

Groundworking

Customer Service

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

CSCS Card

NRSWA Qualification

Tools

High Pressure Water Jetting

Cat and Genny

Shoring Equipment

Job description

Join to apply for the Drainage Engineer / Groundworker - Lanes role at DEFACTO Loyalty Engine.

The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, playing a vital role in 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.

We are the UK’s largest end-to-end drainage solution provider with depots strategically located across the UK from Aberdeen to Plymouth, ensuring round-the-clock coverage for customers and clients alike.

About The Role

Due to company growth, we are looking for a Drainage Engineer to also assist our groundwork teams.

Location: Manchester

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Salary: £27,040 - £39,160 (Salary range is reflective of experience and overtime included)

Responsibilities – But Not Limited To

Successful applicants will work on our drainage contracts using high-pressure water jetting and lead a two-person team attending groundwork projects, drainage-related minor repairs, reinstatements, pipework renewals, and patch lining fixes.

Your schedule will vary to include all types of clients and work sites. You will be traveling throughout the region in a company-provided vehicle with an excavation assistant, carrying out both commercial and residential works.

Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to work in all weather conditions, provide excellent customer service, and adhere to all health and safety compliance procedures.

Experience And Qualifications Required For The Role

We are looking for an experienced Excavation/Groundworker ideally from the drainage/construction sector. Successful applicants will have experience in the following:

• Fencing
• Flagging and Paving
• Concreting
• Tarmacking

Applicants will ideally have a CSCS card as well as an NRSWA qualification and will be provided with training in the following:

• Safe Dig
• Cat and Genny
• Shoring
• Health and safety
• Confined spaces
• High Pressure Water Jetting

What You Will Get In Return

In joining 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 + bank holidays
• Life Assurance
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Full company PPE issued
• Free onsite parking

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

Strictly no agencies please.