Drainage Field Technician - Training & Growth

Lanes Group Plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced overtime rates

21 days holiday + bank holidays

Life Assurance scheme

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Job summary

Lanes Group plc is seeking a proactive Drainage Assistant to join our Plymouth Depot team. You will work alongside experienced engineers, surveying drainage systems, learning to assess conditions and support maintenance plans.

The role is permanent and full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Key duties include assisting with blockages, operating high-pressure jetting, and supporting CCTV inspections.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
• Strong interest in drainage, utilities, or civil engineering.
• Hands-on approach and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills and desire to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying drainage issues, including blockages, defects, infiltration and root ingress.
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clean drains, sewers, and pipework.
• Remove waste materials and prevent build-up in wastewater systems.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance to ensure readiness.
• Support CCTV inspections to assess underground pipes and sewers.
• Assist in emergency response situations, including flooding and urgent drainage issues.
• Learn to complete RAMS under supervision by preparing RAMS and job sheets.
• Hold a Full UK driving licence with limited penalty points as required.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Outdoor work

Job description

Lanes Group plc is seeking a proactive Drainage Assistant to join our Plymouth Depot team. You will work alongside experienced engineers, surveying drainage systems, learning to assess conditions and support maintenance plans.

The role is permanent and full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Key duties include assisting with blockages, operating high-pressure jetting, and supporting CCTV inspections.