Drainage Engineer Van Pack

Drainage Engineer Van Pack

Permanent, full‑time role at Crawley Depot (West Sussex).

Position: Van Pack Drainage Engineer

Location: Crawley Depot, Crawley, West Sussex

Job Type: Permanent, full‑time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week

Salary: £30,500 per annum

• 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Health cash plan
• Onsite parking
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Friendly working environment

• Travel to residential sites in a company van and operate a high‑pressure water jet for restoration.
• Clean, clear and maintain drainage systems.
• Record each job report correctly on the specialist equipment provided.
• Run diagnostics and repairs on drains.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Maintain good H&S practice while carrying out works.
• Ensure vehicle stock is full and replenished.
• Comply with health and safety responsibilities – PPE, safe site set‑ups, lone‑worker system.
• Utilise VISTEC and Salesforce platforms.
• Work unsupervised in all weather conditions using correct PPE.
• Dynamically assess risk of site access and working conditions on arrival.
• Communicate with the client regarding progress and any updates.
• Provide support to colleagues.
• Inspect tools, equipment and plant before and after use.
• Report defects or malfunctions in accordance with training.
• Carry out risk assessments and adopt a mature approach to risk perception.
• Adhere to all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them.
• Perform any other reasonable, ad‑hoc duties requested by management.

Full training, PPE and company equipment will be provided to ensure that all drainage engineers have the right tools, competency and confidence to undertake the work to Lanes’ high standards of operation.

The ideal candidate will be hardworking, respectful, and able to comply with health and safety standards. Experience with high‑pressure jetting equipment is useful but not essential. Other drainage qualifications (e.g., NRSWA and confined spaces) are an advantage. You must have a full UK driver’s licence.

We offer a clear career progression pathway and support for further development.

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.

Lanes Group is a signatory of the ‘Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health’ run by Mindful Employer.

Entry level

Senior Position:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology – Utilities