Lining Technician

Ipsum; Leicester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Performance bonus

Pension plan

Career development

Job summary

Ipsum is seeking a Lining Technician to travel to sites across the UK from the Leicester office. You will repair underground pipe systems using patching rigs and lining kits, assess conditions from surveys, and produce clear reports while ensuring safety and timely completion.

The role is full-time with overtime opportunities and a strong focus on career development, with benefits including 20 days annual leave, a bonus scheme, and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• No drainage experience required; transferable skills welcomed.
• Experience with patching rigs or lining equipment helpful but not essential.
• Certifications like NRSWA, Water Hygiene, Banksperson training, High-Pressure Jetting and Confined Space Entry are beneficial, but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs on underground pipe systems using specialist equipment.
• Assess pipeline condition using survey footage and diagnostic results.
• Write accurate reports on completed works and recommendations.
• Follow all health and safety procedures on site.
• Work with Jetting Units when required to support the job.
• Keep equipment maintained and ensure job records are completed.

Skills

Hands-on

Problem solving

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Patching rigs

Lining kits

Diagnostic equipment

Survey software

Job description

Lining Technician

Location: Leicester
Employment type: Full Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities available
Vacancies: x11 roles available

What s in it for you

At Ipsum, you re joining a team that values your development as much as your day?to?day work. Whether you ve worked in utilities before or you re looking for a new hands?on career path, we ll give you the training, support and opportunities to grow.

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
• Performance Bonus Scheme
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development with opportunities to gain recognised qualifications
• 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health and counselling support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club for supermarkets, phone bills, gyms and more
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering days

About the role

As a Lining Technician, you ll work from one of our custom?equipped Patching Vans, travelling to a range of sites across the UK including commercial, residential, industrial, rail, road and utility settings.

You ll carry out repairs on underground pipe systems using specialist equipment, check the condition of pipes, analyse survey results and produce clear, accurate reports. At times, you ll work alongside our Jetting Units and help ensure that all site activity is carried out safely, efficiently and within agreed timeframes.

This is a full-time permanent role based from our Leicester office with the opportunity to grow and develop your career. We also offer a performance bonus scheme to enhance your earning potential.

As a Lining Technician you will

• Use patching rigs, lining kits and specialist tools to carry out repairs
• Assess pipeline condition using survey footage and diagnostic results
• Write accurate reports on completed works and recommendations
• Follow all health and safety procedures on site
• Work with Jetting Units when required to support the job
• Keep equipment maintained and ensure job records are completed

About you

You ll be a practical, motivated person who enjoys hands?on work and learning new skills. A full UK driving licence is essential.

You don t need drainage experience to be considered if you ve worked in construction, utilities, labouring, engineering, or any hands?on technical role, those skills transfer well. What matters most is reliability, good problem?solving skills and a willingness to get stuck in.

Experience with patching rigs, lining equipment or cutting tools is helpful but not essential. Certifications such as NRSWA Streetworks, Water Hygiene, Banksperson training, High?Pressure Jetting and Confined Space Entry are beneficial, but training can be provided for the right person.

Some weekend and night work is included, so flexibility is important.

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