Trainee Drainage Engineer

Lanes Infrastructure; Derby; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Infrastructure is seeking a Trainee Drainage Engineer for its Derby depot. This full-time, permanent position offers excellent training opportunities in drainage surveying. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced engineers, gaining hands-on experience in assessing drainage systems and maintaining their operation.

Benefits

21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunity to work with a leading water utility network

Qualifications

• Strong interest in drainage, utilities, or civil engineering.
• Practical approach and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions.
• Basic computer skills and a desire to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers about scheduled works.
• Identify drainage issues, including blockages and structural defects.
• Support CCTV inspections for underground pipes.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Full UK driving licence

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Job Title: Trainee Drainage Engineer

Location: Derby

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

What We Offer

• Up to £14.00 per hour and enhanced overtime rates
• Weekly pay
• 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 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 Drainage Engineer to join our team working out of our Derby Depot. 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 surveys of drainage systems, learning how to assess conditions, identify defects, and support maintenance and repair strategies.

As a Trainee Drainage Engineer, You Will

• Communicate with customers about scheduled works and address any concerns.
• Follow Anglian Water’s standards and comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Assist in identifying drainage issues, including blockages, structural defects, infiltration, and root ingress.
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clean and clear drains, sewers, and pipework.
• Remove waste materials and prevent build-up in wastewater systems.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance to ensure readiness.
• Support CCTV inspections to assess the condition of underground pipes and sewers.
• Assist in emergency response situations, including flooding and urgent drainage issues.
• Learn to complete job sheets, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS) under 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.

Strictly no agencies please

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