The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems.
Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000+ staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer.
We are the UK’s largest end to end drainage solution provider with depots strategically located across the UK from Aberdeen to Plymouth, to ensure round the clock coverage for customers and clients alike.
About the Role:
Due to company growth, we are looking to appoint a Drainage Assistant to join our dynamic Depot teams. Working as part of a two person teams, you will be responsible for attending drainage related issues such as blockages, pipe clearing, cleansing and reactive call outs.
- Location: Glasgow
- Hours: Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week
About you:
Applicants should ideally have experience in the above ideally from a utility or similar background.
Lanes Group will provide all training required for the role such as high-pressure water jetting, confined space, spill response, etc.
You can become a successful Utilities Waste-Water Technician if you have problem-solving, listening, critical thinking, teamworking abilities and a customer focused approach. Also, as you need to operate machinery, excellent hand-eye coordination and concentration are essential skills.
What you will get in return:
In joining the Lanes Group, the UK’s largest independent provider we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being, growth, and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual's 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
- Pension
- £13 to £14 per hour dependant on experience
- Death in service
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
- Lanes I
- SUS
- Clearflow
- AQS
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.
Strictly no agencies please
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Skills Required
- Experience in drainage, utilities or similar background
- Problem-solving skills
- Good listening and communication skills
- Critical thinking ability
- Teamworking ability
- Customer-focused approach
- Ability to operate machinery; excellent hand-eye coordination and concentration
- Willingness to complete training (high-pressure water jetting, confined space, spill response)
- Able to work Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (Glasgow location)
What We Do
Lanes Group is the UK's largest privately owned drainage and wastewater utility specialist, providing comprehensive drainage, sewerage repair, and railway works. Serving sectors including water utilities, rail, highways, and energy, the company offers expert services such as CCTV drainage surveys, pipe rehabilitation, and liquid waste removal. They are driven by core corporate values of innovation, integrity, and collaboration.
