Sewer Maintenance Operative

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million (EBITDA £45 m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectively. Strong leadership is at our heart, supporting our people to ensure they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised while delivering absolute exacting operational excellence. We pride ourselves on quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators. In this critical role we are committed to ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, delivering a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and keeping our promises at all times. We operate 24/7 and as such you are required to work flexible hours, weekends and participate in an on-call rota. Full training, PPE and company equipment will be provided to ensure that all our drainage engineers have the right tools, competency and confidence to undertake the work to Lanes’ high standard of operation regardless of background or previous experience. Position Job Title: Sewer Maintenance Operation Location: Crawley Depot (Crawley, West Sussex) Job Type: Permanent, full-time Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week Salary: OTE £29,300 per annum Benefits: 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; auto‑enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment. About The Role Clear overgrown vegetation, shrubs, weeds, roots and any obstructions around drainage assets such as manholes, gullies, and culverts. Carry out minor ground preparation to ensure safe access points for drainage works. Check condition of any drainage assets uncovered ensuring they are left safe, escalating where an environmental or customer safety risk is present. Perform asset maintenance checks on a variety of drainage assets including anti‑flood devices, non‑return valves, combined sewer overflows and other drainage elements. Perform scoping for follow‑on activities as appropriate. Safely operate hand tools and powered equipment (e.g., strimmer, hedge cutter, brush cutter). Remove and correctly dispose of green waste and debris from site. Work in accordance with health, safety, and environmental procedures, including safe use of tools and PPE. Assist drainage teams by preparing access routes and maintaining clear working areas. Report any site hazards, damage, or obstructions encountered. Maintain a clean and professional standard of reinstatement where required. Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them. Any other reasonable ad‑hoc duties, tasks or projects as requested by management. What is essential is the ability to work safely to quickly diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction. About You The ideal candidate will be hard‑working and respectful and comply with health and safety standards. Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping or vegetation clearance is beneficial but not essential. Manual Handling or Hand and Power Tool Safety Training certificates are an advantage. You must have a full UK driver’s licence. Your Contribution To The Company Strive to be always positive and constructive. Adhere to all company policies. Speech matters: 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’. Diversity and 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. Lanes Group are a signatory of the ‘Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health’ run by Mindful Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr