Wastewater Jetting & CCTV Operator

LanesGgroup; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanes Group, via Sapphire Utility Solutions, operates in Rochdale and across the United Utilities network, providing sewer maintenance services including CCTV inspections, jetting and blockages clearance. You will join a team on reactive contracts, working closely with UU Operatives and handling customer communications.

The role is shift-based, 42.5 hours per week over a 27-week rota, with 8am–6pm front shifts and 12pm–10pm back shifts; weekends and Bank Holidays included.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 (C) license is required.
• Desirable NRSWA certification (Sign, Lighting, Guarding).
• Experience with high-pressure water jetting and CCTV is advantageous.
• Knowledge of confined space procedures (Medium Risk).
• First Aid at Work certification is preferred.
• Manual handling and safe lifting awareness.
• EUSR Water Hygiene card is advantageous.
• CPC certification is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a UU CST to clean, camera and investigate sewers as directed.
• Inform customers about works, timescales and any disruptions.
• Inspect drainage systems to identify blockages, leaks or damage.
• Carry out high-pressure water jetting operations and cleaning.
• Perform CCTV inspections where required.
• Use a laptop/tablet for data entry and reporting.
• Raise safety issues per company procedures and standards.
• Maintain and service jetting equipment to ensure it operates correctly.

Skills

HGV Class 2 (C)

NRSWA - Sign, Lighting , Guarding

High pressure water jetting

Medium Risk Confined Spaces

Emergency First Aid at work

Manual Handling

EUSR National Water Hygiene

CPC

Job description

Lanes Group, via Sapphire Utility Solutions, operates in Rochdale and across the United Utilities network, providing sewer maintenance services including CCTV inspections, jetting and blockages clearance. You will join a team on reactive contracts, working closely with UU Operatives and handling customer communications.

The role is shift-based, 42.5 hours per week over a 27-week rota, with 8am–6pm front shifts and 12pm–10pm back shifts; weekends and Bank Holidays included.