Lining Operative

We are delighted to announce a major new contract win with Welsh Water, supporting them over the next four years and beyond, delivering proactive and reactive maintenance of their Wastewater Network. 

We are now seeking an experienced Civils Operations Supervisor to oversee day‑to‑day site activities, ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. This role involves supervising operatives and subcontractors, coordinating resources and maintaining strong compliance, workmanship and operational performance on site. 

About the role

Sapphire Utility Solutions are seeking a Lining Engineer to join the team and to grown and progress their career in the utilities sector working for a growing company.

Location: Kinmel Bay

Hours: 50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7am-5pm.

Salary: Up to £16.00 per hour, depending on experience

What we offer:

Pension

Death in service

21 Days Holidays plus bank holidays

Free car parking

Friendly work Environment

Responsibilities – but not limited to:

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)

Risk assessments and updating work packs

The operative will be expected to be flexible picking up overtime if required and the occasional weekend

Experience and qualifications desirable required for the role:

To be flexible in their working approach as on occasion may need to work overtime such as at weekends

Ability to work in all weathers

To be able to cover long distances by foot

The desire to progress within the company

Knowledge of utilities and traffic management (not essential)

Full UK driving license, with no more than 6 points. 

What you will get in return:

In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of 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.

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.

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

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