Lanes Group
HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineer
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HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineer
HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineer – Permanent Full-Time Role
Swindon Treatment Works, Swindon, Wiltshire
At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety, and well-being of our people and customers. With over £530m turnover (EBITDA £45m), 4,000+ employees, and a countrywide operational network, we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner, trusted by the FTSE 100 & 250.
Our culture is built on strong leadership, ensuring every team member is engaged, respected, and empowered to deliver operational excellence. Quality, compliance, and reliability are core to our brand—leaving a legacy of the very best is our benchmark.
About the Role
We are hiring customer-focused professionals for our Utility Division, working directly with Thames Water to resolve waste-water and drainage network challenges. This is a critical role ensuring Lanes Group maintains its reputation for quality, accountability, and outstanding service.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate HGV (Class 2) with a two-person team, transporting between residential and commercial sites in the region.
- High-pressure water jetting for drainage restoration and maintenance.
- Clean, inspect, and repair drainage systems using specialised tools.
- Accurate record-keeping on provided specialist equipment (including diagnostics reports).
- Liaise with clients to ensure updates, improvements, and customer satisfaction.
- Master health and safety procedures, including:
- Correct PPE usage.
- Safe equipment handling (hydraulics, tools).
- Confined space and ladder safety.
- Completing daily risk assessments (dynamic based on site conditions).
- Operate VISTEC and Salesforce platforms for resource management.
- Vehicle and equipment management, including:
- Ensuring supplies (hoses, nozzles, accessories) are replenished.
- Pre-process inspections and post-job safety checks.
- Logging any defects or malfunctions.
- Unsupervised fieldwork in all weather conditions, adhering to:
- Three-point contact rule when climbing/vaulting.
- Lone worker protocol when required.
- Manual handling of pipework (e.g. loading/unloading from tanker trays).
- Safely access vehicles, sites, and offices with proper procedures.
- Perform degenerative risk assessments and demonstrate a mature, pragmatic approach to risk.
- Adhere to all Lanes Group policies and fulfil leadership expectations.
- Contribute to ad-hoc tasks, projects, or complexities as directed by management.
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Work arrangement
- Rotating schedule (4 On, 4 Off) – 40.25-hour week, covering earlies and lates.
- 24/7 operations – flexible working hours, weekends, and on-call shifts included.
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Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum HGV Class 2 licence (must remain current).
- Completed Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
- Valid Digitachograph card.
- Proven ability to work safely in dynamic field conditions.
- Reliable, conscientious, and team-ready with a customer-first approach.
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Desired (Not Mandatory)
- Experience with high-pressure water jetting.
- NRSWA or confined space qualifications (training provided).
Salary & Benefits
- OTE £50,000 per annum (inc. basic pay + overtime + on-call allowance + bonuses).
- 21 days paid holiday (including bank holidays).
- Health cash plan.
- Free onsite parking.
- Automatic UK Pension scheme.
- Professional development opportunities – full training provided (PPE, tools, platforms).
What We Offer
- A diverse, inclusive, and values-driven workplace.
- A culture that develops people, promoting career progression within a growing, ambitious team.
- Achieve meaningful outcomes, where each job delivers real impact.
- Health and safety championed—we are a ‘Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health’ signatory (Mindful Employer).
Join Us
If you thrive on fast-paced outdoor work, delivering excellent customer service, and making a tangible difference, Lanes Group could be your next home. Training is given for all roles—experience isn’t mandatory!
Apply now if you’re hardworking, safety-focused, and determined to leave legacy work, where no two days are the same.
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