Hgv Driver/Operator

Lanes Group; Rishton; Sur place; GBP 19 000 - 23 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Weekly pay

Enhanced overtime rates

21 days holiday + bank holidays

Résumé du poste

Lanes Group is recruiting for a drainage operative at our Preston depot. You will operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear blockages in drains and sewers, working in a small team to maintain service coverage across the network.

The role offers full training, 40 hours weekly, and pay up to £17 per hour depending on experience. Based in Bamber Bridge, Preston, with 21 days holiday plus bank holidays and overtime enhancements.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 licence with up to 6 penalty points ideally.
• A Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is desirable.
• An in date CSCS would be advantageous – however this can be obtained if necessary.

Responsabilités

• Driving company vehicle.
• Liaising with customers.
• Updating electronical records.
• Ensuring safety issues are reported.
• Vehicle and Jetting Equipment checks

Connaissances

HGV Class 2 license

CPC

CSCS (advantageous)

Description du poste

Lanes Group is a leading nationwide utility services provider with c.5000 dedicated employees. Our diverse subsidiaries drive our success across various sectors, contributing to a remarkable turnover of over £700 million. We are committed to excellence and innovation, ensuring we provide industry leading services to our clients and stakeholders. Join us to be part of a dynamic and growing team that values diversity and fosters professional growth.

Department:

Drainage/Depot Network consists of a strategically located depot network across the UK, spanning from Aberdeen to Plymouth. Enabling rapid response to customer requirements and providing round-the-clock coverage, 365 days a year.

This extensive footprint allows Lanes to combine local responsiveness with national capability, ensuring consistent service standards while maintaining close relationships with regional customers and infrastructure partners.

Purpose of the role:

You will be working closely in a team of 2 operating high specification jetting and vacuumation units. You will also operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clean and clear blockages in drains, sewers, pipes, and other wastewater systems.

Please note: full training will be provided

Key Responsibilities:

• Driving company vehicle.
• Liaising with customers.
• Updating electronical records.
• Ensuring safety issues are reported.
• Vehicle and Jetting Equipment checks

Key Requirements:

Skills & Experience:

• HGV Class 2 licence, with no more than 6 penalty points ideally
• A Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is desirable
• An in date CSCS would be advantageous – however this can be obtained if necessary.

About the role:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• Location: Bamber Bridge, Preston
• Salary: Up to £17 per hour dependant on experience
• Weekly pay
• Enhanced overtime rates
• 21 days holiday + bank holidays

Living the Company Values

By embedding our companies core values and purpose into each role, ensures that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’.

Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations; this role holder is expected to:

• Leading: Acts as a role model, shaping the learning agenda and influencing change.
• Agile: Anticipates learning needs, adjusts quickly to changing operational contexts.
• Nurturing: Supports the development of others through coaching and structured development plans.
• Engaging: Inspires and motivates learners, builds trust and credibility
• Safe & Secure: Ensures all learning is aligned to safety and compliance standards.

Your Contribution to the company:

• Strive to be always positive and constructive
• Adhere to all company policies
• Straight talking about the facts of the situation – open discussions are the best way to find solutions
• Help others through communicating clearly
• Deliver on commitments
• Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues
• Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are ‘Stronger Together’

Equality, Diversion & Inclusion

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.