Lining Operative

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Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, GBR
In-Office
Entry level
Transportation • Energy • Utilities • Industrial
The Role
Assists patching and lining teams with utility infrastructure repairs, operates and maintains tools and machinery, completes electronic site documentation, performs risk assessments and vehicle checks, sets up traffic management, and follows health and safety procedures. Training is provided for lining methods, confined-space entry, and related equipment. The role requires occasional travel, weekend work, and overtime across contracts nationwide.
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Lining Operative


We are currently recruiting for Lining Operative to join our team, delivering exceptional customer service and innovative operational solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding career with Sapphire Utility Solutions working closely with one of our most exciting clients and contributing to their AMP8 objectives.


About the Role

  • As a Lining Operative, you will:
  • Maintain great customer service and communication
  • Adhere to company absence reporting procedure
  • Updating and completing site documentation using electronic tablet
  • Ensure all works are carried out in line with approved method statements and safe system of work.
  • Carry out site specific risk assessments and discuss any changes or amendments with team member and site supervisor
  • Perform daily vehicle checks and maintenance to ensure roadworthiness
  • Report any issues or hazards by following company procedures
  • Follow health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Operate machinery and tools safely and efficiently to assist with various tasks
  • Maintain equipment and tools to ensure they are in good working condition.
  • Wearing and maintaining in good condition any Personal Protective Equipment provided for your protection and bringing to your supervisor’s attention any defects or shortcomings with the equipment.
  • Working on the back of cutting unit assisting and learning how to use and maintain the cutting unit
  • Working with patching and lining teams to pick up various repair methods so they can move around the teams and eventually runs a van across all contracts (Training will be provided)
  • Setting up traffic management (Training will be provided)
  • Confined spaces entry (Training will be provided)
  • The operative will be expected to be flexible picking up overtime if required and the occasional weekend
  • Working away will also be required on occasion as we cover multiple contracts across the country

Experience and Qualifications:
(Desirable but not essential unless stated as required)

  • Full UK driving license required (Required)
  • Banksman
  • Manual Handling
  • Emergency First Aid
  • NRSWA
  • EUSR National Water Hygiene
  • Asbestos Non-Licence with Awareness
  • CPC Driver Training (HGV only)
  • Confined Space Awareness
  • Gas Monitor Training
  • Spill Response
  • Face Fit Tested – FFP3
  • Calm Water
  • EUSR Water SHEA
  • Confined Space High Risk
  • Abrasive Wheels
  • WRC Approved Installer for Patching & Lining
  • Dumper Wheeled Forward Tipping
  • EUSR Shuttering & Shoring
  • NRSWA – Operative Units (LA,01-06)
  • Slinger and Signaller
  • Puller Winch
  • Counterbalance and Telehandler
  • SSSTS
  • Excavator used as Crane Lifting Ops
  • WRC Approved Installer of specific Lining materials e.g.- Saertex; IMPREG; Reline

Full training in the above will be provided if not already obtained.


Why Join Lanes Group?

At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety, and well-being of our people and customers. As the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner, we:

  • Have a turnover exceeding £530 million
  • Employ over 4,000 brilliant people nationwide
  • Operate through a countrywide network of operational locations

What we offer:

  • Holiday allowance and bank holidays 
  • Pension
  • Death in Service
  • Training and progression Opportunities

Our purpose, "Improving today, for your tomorrow," drives us to innovate, sustain, and create lasting solutions that shape a brighter future.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and believe that our differences make us stronger. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups.

Join us and be part of a team that makes a real impact!




Skills Required

  • Full UK driving license
  • Banksman certification
  • Manual Handling certification
  • Emergency First Aid certification
  • NRSWA certification
  • EUSR National Water Hygiene certification
  • Asbestos Non-Licence with Awareness certification
  • CPC Driver Training for HGVs
  • Confined Space Awareness certification
  • Gas Monitor Training
  • Spill Response training
  • Face Fit Tested for FFP3
  • Calm Water certification
  • EUSR Water SHEA certification
  • Confined Space High Risk certification
  • Abrasive Wheels certification
  • WRC Approved Installer for Patching and Lining
  • Dumper Wheeled Forward Tipping certification
  • EUSR Shuttering and Shoring certification
  • NRSWA Operative Units LA01-06
  • Slinger and Signaller certification
  • Puller Winch certification
  • Counterbalance and Telehandler certification
  • SSSTS certification
  • Excavator Used as Crane Lifting Operations certification
  • WRC Approved Installer for specific lining materials, including Saertex, IMPREG, or Reline
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The Company
4,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1992

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.

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