Waste Water Operative
Waste Water Operative
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Job Description
The Lanes Group are the UKs largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nations water systems. Established in 2013 Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.
About the Role:
We are seeking a Waste Water Operative to join our team working on our United Utilities contract based of Bamber Bridge Preston covering their North West network. This role is joining on our Hybrids work stream.
- Location: Preston
- Salary: 14.11 per hour or 36693 per annum working 50 hours per week.
- Hours of work: 50 hours per week with paid breaks. Shifts over 7 days on a 18 week shift rota (weekend work is required). Typically working 9am7pm.
Responsibilities:
- You will be working closely with a Wastewater Operative to clean camera and carry out sewer investigations as directed by United Utilities.
- Attending to customers informing them of works to be carried out and answering any concerns such as timelines.
- Inspect drainage systems to identify blockages leaks or damage that could hinder water flow.
- Assisting with all aspects of high pressure water jetting
- Operate highpressure water jetting equipment to clean and clear blockages in drains sewers pipes and other wastewater systems.
- Assist with CCTV inspections where required to assess the condition of underground pipes and sewers.
- Competent in using an electronic device laptop / tablet for data entry purposes
- Ensuring safety issues are reported in line with company procedures
- Perform routine maintenance and servicing of highpressure water jetting equipment to ensure it is in proper working order.
Qualities desirable for the role:
- Drivers licence is mandatory
- Experience is desirable however if youre looking to start your career within utilities full training will be offered.
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Competent in IT accurate data entry
- Team player
- Positive cando attitude
- Able to work in all weathers and to cover ground on foot
What you will get in return:
In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group the UKs largest independent provider we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the wellbeing growth and safety of our employees. Through continuous training professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values every individuals unique contribution we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity collaboration and inclusivity.
What we offer:
- 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- Pension
- Death in service
- Training and progression opportunities
- Full PPE provided
This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.
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.
Lanes https://www.lanesgroup/
Lanes I https://lanesinfra/
SUS https://sus.uk/
Clearflow https://www.clearflowltd/
AQS https://aqsenvironmentalsolutions.ie/
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from underrepresented members of the community
Strictly no agencies please
Employment Type
Full-Time
