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Civils Assist Operative

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£14.21 - 14.71 hourly

icon building Company : Lanes Group
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Job Description - Civils Assist Operative

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. 



Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.



About the role:



As a Civils Support Operative, you will be working on our United Utility contract within the North West. Working to meet the needs of the client in the most cost-effective manner whilst working with your team. You will provide expertise, experience, and work closely with your team to deliver a first-class service to our customers.


You will be competent on working in wastewater networks. You will be able to engineer solutions on site and focus your teams on completing work right first time.




  • Hours: 50 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 6am-4pm)

  • Salary: £36,946-£38,246 per annum per annum depending on experience and tickets. Overtime rates are paid at X1.5.

  • Weekly pay



Responsibilities - but not limited to:




  • Adhere to safe dig practices at all times

  • Ability to work under pressure.- Using a company tablet, uploading and relaying information to head office. 

  • Forward thinking, Positive attitude, Good housekeeping, Good time management

  • Ensure plant and equipment is used correctly and in correct working order.

  • Resolving problems / clearing blockages / excavating on the sewer networks



Requirements for the role:




  • HGV Class 2 licence (required)

  • Drivers licence is mandatory with no more than 6 penalty points



Desirable:




  • Experience with working with JHL City Flex’s, or training is provided.

  • Experience of High Pressure Jetting would be advantageous – however training would be provided.

  • Excellent listening and communication skills

  • Competent in IT, accurate data entry

  • Team player

  • Positive, can-do attitude



*Full training will be given in the following: Jetting/SLG/First Aid/Manual Handling/Confined Spaces*



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.



What we offer:




  • 20 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays (increasing by 1 day each year up to 25 days)

  • Pension

  • Death in service

  • Training and progression opportunities 

  • £100 on the anniversary of start date, subject to continuous service 

  • Healthcare Cash Plan



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 - https://www.lanesgroup.com/


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

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