Jetting Operative

Lanes Group Ltd is a leading nationwide utility services provider with c.5000 dedicated employees. Our diverse subsidiaries drive our success across various sectors, contributing to a remarkable turnover of over £650 million. We are committed to excellence and innovation, ensuring we provide industry leading services to our clients and stakeholders. Join us to be part of a dynamic and growing team that values diversity and fosters professional growth.

Department:
Sapphire Utility Solutions, a Lanes Group Company specialise in multiple divisions.
Welsh Water works closely with operational and delivery teams to support the maintenance, improvement, and resilience of water and wastewater infrastructure across Wales and surrounding regions.
The team delivers essential projects that enhance network performance, improve water and wastewater treatment facilities, and protect the environment, helping to provide reliable services for customers and communities while supporting long-term sustainability.

Purpose of the role:

We are currently recruiting for a Jetting Operative to join our team in Northern Wales, you will be working closely with the HGV Jetting Operative to carry out high pressure jetting. 

About the role:

Role: Jetting Operative

Location: Kinmel Bay, Northern Wales 

Hours: 07:30am - 17:00pm (1 in 4 weeks on-call duties)

Salary: starting hourly rate of £13.25 up to £14.25 per hour depending on experience. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Jetting team leader in setting up and operating high-pressure water jetting equipment. Operating machinery and tools safely.
• Carry out inspections & identify possible blockages, leaks and resolve the issues.
• 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 and follow health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment and report any issues.
• Maintain equipment and tools to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Wearing and maintaining any Personal Protective Equipment provided for your protection at all times.

Key Requirements

Skills & Experience:

• Full UK driving license, with no more than 6 penalty points

• Training will be provided on: Water Jetting Association Red or blue book, Banksman, NRSWA, EUSR National Water Hygiene, Medium risk confined space.

Living the Company Values

By embedding our companies core values and purpose into each role, ensures that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’

Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations; this role holder is expected to:

• Leading: Acts as a role model, shaping the learning agenda and influencing change.
• Agile: Anticipates learning needs, adjusts quickly to changing operational contexts.
• Nurturing: Supports the development of others through coaching and structured development plans.
• Engaging: Inspires and motivates learners, builds trust and credibility
• Safe & Secure: Ensures all learning is aligned to safety and compliance standards.

Your Contribution to the company:

• Strive to be always positive and constructive
• Adhere to all company policies
• Straight talking about the facts of the situation – open discussions are the best way to find solutions
• Help others through communicating clearly
• Deliver on commitments
• Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues
• Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are ‘Stronger Together’

Equality, Diversion & Inclusion

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

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

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!