Lanes Group
Drainage Engineer
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Drainage Engineer
Drainage Engineer
We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water! We are recruiting for a number of Drainage Engineers to work in 2-person teams, covering the whole of Sussex. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a new career with us here at Lanes Group!
At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety, and well-being of our people and our customers. We are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner, with:
- A turnover of over £530 million (EBITDA £45m)
- Over 4,000 talented employees
- A countrywide network supporting the FTSE 100 & 250
Our strength lies in strong leadership, ensuring our teams are engaged, rewarded, recognised, and committed to absolute operational excellence. We uphold quality, compliance, and high standards in everything we do.
About the Role
This critical position ensures our organisation is recognised for quality, compliance, and consistency. We operate 24/7, requiring flexible hours, weekend work, and an on-call rota.
First-time applicants will receive full training, PPE, and access to company resources, ensuring competency and confidence in delivering Lanes’ high operational standards.
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Key Responsibilities
- Working in 2-person teams across Sussex, travelling to residential sites via HGV
- Operating high-pressure water jets for restoration work
- Cleaning, clearing, and maintaining drainage systems
- Recording job reports via provided specialist equipment
- Running diagnostic and repair work on drains
- Providing excellent customer service
- Maintaining health and safety standards at all times
- Ensuring vehicle stock is replenished
- Following PPE and safe work practices
- Using VISTEC and Salesforce platforms
- Liaising with Southern Water on progress and updates
- Operating unsupervised in all weather conditions (utilising correct PPE/lone worker systems)
- Conducting risk assessments and maintaining a mature approach to risk management
- Performing inspections of tools, equipment, and plant before/after use
- Reporting defects or malfunctions through training programmes
- Following Lanes Group policies and procedures
Additional duties may be requested by management.
Essential Qualities
- A customer-focused mindset
- Ability to diagnose and resolve drainage/utility issues efficiently
- Strong teamwork and lone-working skills
- Commitment to high safety standards
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FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED – A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO LAUNCH YOUR CAREER!
Requirements & Ideal Candidate
Jakook candidates are hardworking, respectful, and safety-conscious.
- Beyond the essential skills:
- Experience with high-pressure jetting equipment (not mandatory)
- Drainage qualifications (e.g., NRSWA, Confined Spaces) are favourable
Benefits
- ** £27,300 per annum** (full-time, permanent)
- 21 days holiday + birthday off
- Health cash plan
- On-site parking
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Retention loyalty scheme (based on tenure)
- Friendly and supportive work environment
Diversity & Wellbeing
At Lanes Group, we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, promoting equal opportunities for all. Join a team committed to fostering a positive, inspiring workplace.
Our workplace is also a signatory of the Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health (with Mindful Employer).
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