Jetting Engineer

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. 

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. 

We are seeking a Jetting Engineer in Stafford.

About the role:

Location: Stafford

Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Rate of pay: £12.21 an hour

Role and responsibilities:

Attending to customers, informing them of works due to be carried out and answering any concerns

Inspect drainage systems to identify blockages, leaks, or damage that could hinder water flow.

reporting all findings / data to the appropriate teams

assisting with all aspects of high pressure water jetting

Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clean and clear blockages in drains, sewers, pipes, and other wastewater systems.

Adjust pressure levels based on the condition of the system and the nature of the blockage (e.g., grease, debris, or tree roots).

Use the equipment to remove waste materials and prevent build-up in drains and sewer lines.

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 high-pressure water jetting equipment to ensure it is in proper working order.

Assist with CCTV inspections where required to assess the condition of underground pipes and sewers.

Experience and qualifications required for the role: 

You’ll need a UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points and

You will hold an up to date CSCS card (desirable)

You’ll already be familiar with high pressure jetting equipment, but you may not have drainage experience. That’s OK — we’re happy to train you to the appropriate standard. A high pressure water jetting certificate would be good, but it’s not essential. We will also train you to assist our Jet Vac and CCTV team.

You’ll be polite and respectful when dealing with customers and the public, and observe all health and safety procedures. And you’ll love working outdoors. 

 
Being flexible is essential too: we operate 24/7 so there will be early starts, weekend working and an out-of-hours call-out rota. 

What we offer: 

Enhanced overtime rates (Time 1.5 Weekends, Time 1.4 Weekdays) 

21 days holiday + bank holidays 

Life Assurance; 

Auto enrolment pension scheme; 

Free onsite parking; 

This is a full time position with overtime potential; regular training (including our own City & Guilds qualifications) 

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.com/#our_group 

Lanes I - https://lanes-infra.com/ 

SUS  - https://sus.co.uk/ 

Clearflow -https://www.clearflowltd.com/ 

AQS - https://aqsenvironmentalsolutions.ie/ 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community. 

Strictly no agencies please 

LAN