Trainee CCTV Drainage Engineer

Lanes Group; Woolpit; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is seeking a Trainee CCTV Drainage Engineer to join their team. This role offers excellent training and a chance to work collaboratively with experienced engineers on CCTV surveys of drainage systems. Candidates should have a strong interest in drainage and hold a valid UK driving license. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Pay up to £14.00 per hour

Enhanced overtime rates

Weekly pay

21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
• Strong interest in drainage, utilities, or civil engineering.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating CCTV equipment to inspect drainage systems.
• Work in line with health and safety regulations.
• Support in identifying drainage issues like blockages.

Skills

Interest in drainage

Good communication

Teamwork skills

Basic computer skills

Tools

CCTV equipment

Industry-standard software (WinCan)

Job description

Job Title: Trainee CCTV Drainage Engineer - Anglian Water Network

Location: Various sites across the Anglian Water Region (East of England)

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 47.5 hours per week

What We Offer

• Pay up to £14.00 per hour dependent on experience
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Weekly pay
• 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Uncapped earning potential.
• Pension scheme
• Death in service
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to work with a leading water utility network
  
  

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee CCTV Drainage Engineer to join our team working on the Anglian Water network. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in drainage surveying with full training provided. You'll be working alongside experienced engineers to carry out CCTV surveys of drainage systems, learning how to assess conditions, identify defects, and support maintenance and repair strategies.

As a CCTV Drainage Engineer, You Will

• Assist in operating CCTV equipment to inspect foul and surface water drainage systems
• Work in line with Anglian Water’s standards, health and safety regulations, and environmental guidelines
• Receive training to use industry-standard software (e.g. WinCan) to help produce reports and condition assessments
• Support in identifying drainage issues such as blockages, structural defects, infiltration, and root ingress
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers to understand survey requirements and data collection methods
• Help maintain and check equipment to ensure everything is ready for daily operations
• Be trained in confined space entry procedures and work safely as part of a team (training and certification provided)
• Assist in emergency response situations where drainage issues or flooding occur
• Learn how to complete job sheets, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS) with supervision
  
  

About You

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points)
• A strong interest in drainage, utilities, or civil engineering
• A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer skills and a desire to learn new software
  
  

About The Lanes Group

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. Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000+ staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer.

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.

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

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