Drainage Engineer

Drainage Engineer

Location:

Millbrook Depot (Southampton, Hampshire)

Job Type: Permanent, full‑time

Hours:

4 Days On 4 Days Off, 40.25 hours average per week

Salary: £27,300 per annum

• 21 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Birthday off
• Health cash plan
• Onsite parking
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Retention loyalty scheme based on length of service
• Friendly working environment

• Travel to residential sites via HGV in a two‑person team, powering 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 good customer service.
• Maintain good H&S practice while carrying out works.
• Ensure vehicle stock is full and replenished.
• Comply with health and safety responsibilities, including PPE and safe site set‑ups protecting employees, the public and other road users.
• Utilise VISTEC and Salesforce platforms.
• Liaise with the client regarding progress and updates.
• Work unsupervised in all weather conditions, utilising correct PPE, lone worker system, etc.
• Dynamically risk assess site access and working conditions dependent on specific circumstances upon arrival.
• Provide support to colleagues.
• Conduct thorough inspections of tools, equipment and plant before/after use.
• Report any defects or malfunctions regarding training.
• Carry out risk assessments and maintain a mature approach to risk perception.
• Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and comply with responsibilities.
• Perform any other reasonable ad‑hoc duties requested by management.

• Hard working, respectful, and compliant with health and safety standards.
• Experience in the use of high‑pressure jetting equipment is useful but not essential.
• Other drainage qualifications such as NRSWA and confined spaces are an advantage.
• Full training provided.

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.