HGV Waste Water Operative

Preston Jobs; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water and wastewater solutions seeks an HGV Waste Water Operative in Preston. The role involves working with a team to maintain drainage systems, operate high-pressure jetting equipment, and ensure customer satisfaction. Candidates must have an HGV Class 2 licence and experience in high-pressure water jetting.

Benefits

Pension

Death in service

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 licence is required.
• Experience with high-pressure water jetting is essential.
• Drivers licence with no more than 6 penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a Waste Water Operative to clean and carry out sewer investigations.
• Inspect drainage systems for blockages, leaks, or damage.
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clean drains and sewers.

Skills

Team player

High-pressure water jetting

Education

HGV Class 2 licence

Job description

The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems.

Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.

About the Role:

We are seeking a HGV Waste Water Operative to join our team on our United Utilities workstream.

• Location: Bamber Bridge, Preston
• Hours: 50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 6am-4pm. Overtime is available as per business needs
• Salary: Up to £35,516
• Weekly pay

Responsibilities - but not limited to:

• You will be working closely with a Waste water Operative to clean, camera and carry out sewer investigations as directed by United Utilities.
• Attending to customers, informing them of works to be carried out and answering any concerns as well as timescales
• Inspect drainage systems to identify blockages, leaks, or damage that could hinder water flow.
• Carry out all aspects of high pressure water jetting
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clean and clear blockages in drains, sewers, pipes, and other wastewater systems.
• Carry out CCTV inspections where required to assess the condition of underground pipes and sewers.
• Competent in using an electronic device - laptop / tablet for data entry purposes
• Ensuring safety issues are reported in line with company procedures
• Perform routine maintenance and servicing of high-pressure water jetting equipment to ensure it is in proper working order.

Requirements for the role:

• HGV Class 2 licence (required)
• Drivers licence is mandatory with no more than 6 penalty points
• Experience with working on a Recycler
• Experience of high-pressure water jetting is essential
• Team player

Full training will be given in the following: Jetting/SLG/First Aid/Manual Handling/Confined Spaces.

What you will get in return:

In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of 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:

• Pension
• Death in service
• Training and progression opportunities

This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.

The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.

SUS - https://sus.co.uk/

Clearflow - https://www.clearflowltd.com/

AQS - https://aqsenvironmentalsolutions.ie/

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