Lining Operative

Lanes Group; Preston; Remote; Full time

Job description

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

We provide award-winning services to the clean water, wastewater, gas, multi-utilities, and the highways sector. We are passionate about working alongside our clients and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life throughout the UK.

About the Role:

Due to business expansion, we are currently looking for lining crews to work on various contracts based out of Preston.

Location: Bamber Bridge, Lancashire (remote working; travel involved)

Hours: 50 hours per week, 07:00 am - 17:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Weekend work available.

Salary: c£16.50 per hour

Responsibilities – but not limited to:

• Installing sewer liners using various lining systems (UV Lining, cold cure lining, led lining, path lining) as well as day-to-day site duties.
• Maintaining great customer service and communication.
• Adhering to company absence reporting procedure.
• Updating and completing site documentation using electronic tablet.
• Ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved method statements and safe system of work.
• Carrying out site-specific risk assessments and discussing any changes or amendments with team members and site supervisor.
• Performing daily vehicle checks and maintenance to ensure roadworthiness.
• Reporting any issues or hazards by following company procedures.
• Following health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Operating machinery and tools safely and efficiently to assist with various tasks.
• Maintaining equipment and tools to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Wearing and maintaining in good condition any Personal Protective Equipment provided for your protection and bringing to your supervisor’s attention any defects or shortcomings with the equipment.
• Working on the back of cutting unit assisting and learning how to use and maintain the cutting unit.
• Being flexible and picking up overtime if required and the occasional weekend.

Experience and Qualifications: (Desirable but not essential unless stated as required)

• Full UK driving license (Required)
• Banksman
• Manual Handling
• Emergency First Aid
• NRSWA
• EUSR National Water Hygiene
• Asbestos Non-Licence with Awareness
• CPC Driver Training (HGV only)
• Confined Space Awareness
• Gas Monitor Training
• Spill Response
• Face Fit Tested – FFP3
• Calm Water
• EUSR Water SHEA
• Confined Space High Risk
• Abrasive Wheels
• WRC Approved Installer for Patching & Lining
• Dumper Wheeled Forward Tipping
• EUSR Shuttering & Shoring
• NRSWA – Operative Units (LA,01-06)
• Slinger and Signaller
• Puller Winch
• Counterbalance and Telehandler
• SSSTS
• Excavator used as Crane Lifting Ops
• WRC Approved Installer of specific Lining materials e.g. Saertex; IMPREG; Reline

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 prioritizes 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:

• 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Death in service
• Free car parking
• Company vehicle provided

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.

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

Strictly no agencies please.