Location
Kendal, England, United Kingdom

Hours
42.5 hours per week, shift-based pattern with front shift 8am to 6pm and back shift 12pm to 10pm. Weekends and Bank Holidays included.

Salary
£34,269 - £38,542 per annum base salary (depending on experience)
Overtime rates for weekday, weekend and Bank Holiday work paid at time and a half.

About the Role
Lanes Group is a leading nationwide utility services provider with approximately 5,000 dedicated employees and a turnover exceeding £700 million. Join a dynamic and growing team within Sapphire Utility Solutions, a Lanes Group company, supporting United Utilities wastewater network services during the AMP 7 period.

As a Waste Water Operative, you will work from Kendal WWTW alongside a United Utilities Customer Support Technician on the Bucket 1 reactive contract, solving problems on the sewer network. Your responsibilities include cleaning, camera inspections, and sewer investigations as directed by United Utilities.

You will attend to customers by informing them of works, addressing concerns, and providing timescales. Key duties involve inspecting drainage systems to identify blockages, leaks or damage, operating high-pressure water jetting equipment, carrying out CCTV inspections, and performing routine maintenance on equipment.

Competency in using electronic devices such as laptops or tablets for data entry is required. Safety is paramount, and you will be expected to report any safety issues in line with company procedures.

HGV Class 2 is desirable but not essential as training can be provided.

Experience
Desirable experience includes:
- HGV Class 2 (C)
- NRSWA - Sign, Lighting, Guarding
- High pressure water jetting
- Medium Risk Confined Spaces
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Manual Handling
- EUSR National Water Hygiene
- CPC

About You
You should be a positive, constructive team player who communicates clearly and delivers on commitments. You will be expected to adhere to all company policies and contribute ideas to improve productivity or systems. Embracing the company values of Leading, Agile, Nurturing, Engaging, and Safe & Secure is essential to success in this role.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or certifications related to wastewater operations, health and safety, and equipment handling are advantageous but not mandatory. Training will be provided to support your development and ensure compliance with industry standards.