Sewer Maintenance Operative

Sewer Maintenance Operative

Position: Sewer Maintenance Operation

Location: Millbrook Depot (Southampton)

Job Type: Permanent, full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week

Salary: OTE £29,300 per annum

Benefits: 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.

We operate 24/7 and as such you are required to work flexible hours, weekends and participate in an on call rota. Full training / PPE / use of company equipment will be provided to ensure that all our drainage engineers have the right tools, competency, and confidence to undertake the work to Lanes' high standard of operation regardless of background or previous experience.

About the role

Due to continued growth and development, we are looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Southern Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to waste water network and drainage problems.

Responsibilities

• Clear overgrown vegetation, shrubs, weeds, roots and any obstructions around drainage assets such as manholes, gullies, and culverts.
• Carry out minor ground preparation to ensure safe access points for drainage works.
• Check condition of any drainage assets uncovered ensuring they are left safe, escalating where an environmental or customer safety risk is present.
• Perform asset maintenance checks on a variety of drainage assets including anti flood devices, non return valves, combined sewer overflows and other drainage elements.
• Perform scoping for follow on activities as appropriate.
• Safely operate hand tools and powered equipment (e.g., strimmer, hedge cutter, brush cutter ).
• Remove and correctly dispose of green waste and debris from site.
• Work in accordance with health, safety, and environmental procedures, including safe use of tools and PPE.
• Assist drainage teams by preparing access routes and maintaining clear working areas.
• Report any site hazards, damage, or obstructions encountered.
• Maintain a clean and professional standard of reinstatement where required.
• Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them.
• Any other reasonable ad hoc duties, tasks or projects as requested by management.

About you

The ideal candidate will be hard working and respectful and comply with health and safety standards. Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping or vegetation clearance is beneficial but not essential. Manual Handling or Hand and Power Tool Safety Training certificates are an advantage. You must have a full UK drivers licence.

Your contribution to the company

• Strive to be always positive and constructive
• Adhere to all company policies
• Straight talking about the facts of the situation - open discussions are the best way to find solutions
• Help others through communicating clearly
• Deliver on commitments
• Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues
• Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are 'Stronger Together'

Full training given - great opportunity

So if you enjoy working outdoors and delivering only the best in customer service, where no two days are the same and want to join a growing company that not only values you and your ability - but also strives to develop your potential and further your career progression - then we are the right company for you.

What is essential is the ability to work safely to quickly diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

EEO statement

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group is a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.