Lining Operative

Lanes Group; Tywyn; On-site; GBP 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Death in service

20 Days Holidays plus bank holidays

Free car parking

Friendly work environment

Job summary

A leading utility services provider is seeking a Lining Operative for proactive maintenance of wastewater networks in North & Central Wales. This full-time position includes 50 hours a week, offering training in various repair methods and traffic management. Ideal candidates should exhibit flexibility and a desire for career advancement, working in diverse weather conditions. Competitive salary of up to £16.50 per hour, with additional benefits including pension and holidays.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work overtime including weekends.
• Ability to navigate long distances by foot.
• Knowledge of utilities and traffic management is a plus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance and use of the cutting unit.
• Collaborate with patching and lining teams.
• Set up traffic management as required.
• Conduct risk assessments and update work packs.
• Be available for overtime and occasional weekend work.

Skills

Flexibility in working

Ability to work in all weathers

Desire to progress within the company

Job description

We are delighted to announce a major new contract win with Welsh Water, supporting them over the next four years and beyond, delivering proactive and reactive maintenance of their Wastewater Network.

We are currently recruiting for Lining Operative to join our team, delivering exceptional customer service and innovative operational solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding career with Sapphire Utility Solutions working closely with one of our most exciting clients and contributing to their AMP8 objectives.

Location: North & Central Wales

Hours: 50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7am-5pm.

Salary: Up to £16.50 per hour

Responsibilities – But Not Limited To

• Working on the back of cutting unit assisting and learning how to use and maintain the cutting unit
• Working with patching and lining teams to pick up various repair methods so they can move around the teams and eventually runs a van across all contracts (Training will be provided)
• Setting up traffic management (Training will be provided)
• Confined spaces entry (Training will be provided)
• Risk assessments and updating work packs
• The operative will be expected to be flexible picking up overtime if required and the occasional weekend

Experience And Qualifications Desirable Required For The Role

• To be flexible in their working approach as on occasion may need to work overtime such as at weekends
• Ability to work in all weathers
• To be able to cover long distances by foot
• The desire to progress within the company
• Knowledge of utilities and traffic management (not essential)

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
• 20 Days Holidays plus bank holidays
• Free car parking
• Friendly work Environment

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.

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

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