HGV / Jetting Operative

Lanes Group Plc; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services provider in Southampton is seeking an experienced HGV Jetvac Operator to operate high-pressure water jetting equipment. Responsibilities include diagnosing drainage issues, managing job sites, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate will hold an HGV Class 2 licence and have practical experience in drainage solutions. The role offers a range of benefits including a Christmas bonus, full training, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Death in service benefit

Full PPE provided

Training and progression opportunities

Christmas bonus of £1,000

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Previous experience as a HGV Jetvac Operator is desirable.
• Willingness to work flexible hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear blockages.
• Diagnose drainage issues and apply suitable jetting techniques.
• Manage job sites independently ensuring safe work practices.

Skills

Operating high-pressure water jetting equipment

Diagnosing drainage issues

Effective communication with customers

Vehicle maintenance checks

Education

HGV Class 2 licence

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Job Overview

HGV Jetvac Operator – This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit it to recruitment. The Lanes Group plc comprises a range of established service providers and subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography, increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Operate high‑pressure water jetting equipment on HGVs to safely and effectively clear blockages in drains, sewers, and pipework.
• Diagnose drainage issues and apply suitable jetting techniques based on blockage type.
• Independently manage job sites, ensuring safe practices and high‑quality work.
• Communicate professionally with customers, explaining tasks, addressing questions, and providing summaries.
• Accurately complete digital job reports and system updates using laptops or tablets.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance, reporting any faults promptly.
• Maintain high health and safety standards, including proper PPE use and regulatory compliance.
• Support reactive and scheduled works, including emergency callouts and confined space entries (if trained).

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points)
• HGV Class 2 licence
• Previous experience as a HGV Jetvac Operator or in a similar role (desirable)
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Ideally hold a high‑pressure jetting ticket

Benefits

• Pension, Death in service
• Full PPE provided
• Training and progression opportunities
• Full training
• £1,000 bonus payable at Christmas and then at 6 months and 12 months (for external candidates)

Company Overview

At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety and well‑being of our people and our customers. It is 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 respectively. Strong leadership is at our heart, supporting our people, ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence as a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators.