Lanes Group 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 £700 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:
Thames Water is the UK's largest water and wastewater company, serving around 16 million customers across London and the Thames Valley. As a trusted delivery partner, Lanes Group plays a vital role in maintaining one of the UK's most critical infrastructure networks, delivering essential wastewater and drainage services that protect communities and the environment.
Our teams carry out everything from sewer maintenance and network cleansing to CCTV inspections and pollution response, ensuring customers receive a safe, reliable, and resilient service every day.
Purpose of the role:
An essential member of our transport team, you will be responsible for the maintenance of our fleet of vehicles (ranging from small vans to HGVs). You will need to be organised and have good attention to detail. The ideal candidate is someone that holds a real passion for all thing automotive, whilst taking a proactive approach to manual fault finding through to resolution.
Location: Camberley Sewage Treatment Works, Riverside Way, Camberley, Surrey
Job Type: Full-time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 50 hours, 7am-4pm
Salary £55,000 per annum
Key Responsibilities:
Hydraulic and High Pressure Jetting Systems
- Possess in-depth knowledge of hydraulic systems, including pumps, hoses, and control mechanisms.
- Specialise in maintaining and troubleshooting high-pressure jetting systems used in drain and sewer cleaning operations.
- Conduct regular inspections and testing to ensure the optimal performance of hydraulic and jetting equipment.
Vehicle Maintenance
- Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of the company's fleet of vehicles, with a particular emphasis on hydraulic components.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic and high-pressure jetting system issues to ensure timely and effective repairs.
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks on hydraulic systems to maximise reliability.
Repair and Troubleshooting
- Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergencies involving hydraulic and jetting systems, providing on-site repairs to minimise downtime.
- Utilise diagnostic tools and equipment to identify and rectify technical issues related to high-pressure equipment.
- Collaborate with the wider team to analyse recurring problems and implement preventive measures.
Legislation and Compliance
- Stay up-to-date with relevant legislation and industry standards related to hydraulic systems and high-pressure jetting operations.
- Ensure all maintenance and repair activities comply with health and safety regulations, environmental standards, and industry best practices.
- Implement and promote safe working practices among the team in accordance with legal requirements.
- Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them.
Key Requirements
Skills & Experience:
- Hold a valid Class B Driving Licence.
- Possess fully recognised industry qualifications, such as City & Guilds or an equivalent certification.
- Hold a Class C+E / HGV Class 2 Driving Licence (essential requirement).
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.