Highways Drainage Engineer

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:

We are seeking a Highways Operative to join our team on our Highways workstream. You will be working closely with a HGV Highways Operative to clean along the highways. 

• Location: Manchester


• Hours: 50 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 6am-4pm day shift however flexibility is required if night shifts need to be covered


• Salary: Up to £35,698 dependent on experience


• Weekly Pay

Responsibilities:

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


• Use the high-powered suction equipment to remove debris, silt, leaves, and waste from gullies.


• Work closely with our Traffic Management department planning routes along the highways


• Maintain and operate the vehicle’s associated machinery, including pumps, hoses, and suction equipment.


• 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-powered suction equipment to ensure it is in proper working order.
  

Requirements for the role:

• Competent in IT, accurate data entry


• Team player


• Positive, can-do attitude

*Full training required or a level of competency 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 


• Pension


• Death in service


• Training and progression opportunities 


• Full PPE provided

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