Jetting Assistant

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:

Utility Yorkshire Water provides essential wastewater services to millions of customers and businesses across Yorkshire. From managing sewerage networks to treating wastewater, protecting the environment, and maintaining reservoirs and catchments.

The Team play a vital role in supporting communities across the region and are committed to sustainability, innovation, and customer service, investing in infrastructure and environmental improvements to create a thriving Yorkshire for generations to come.

Purpose of the role:

We're looking for a Jetting Assistant to join our team based in Bradford. This is a hands-on role working on a variety of reactive contracts, supporting the operation of specialist gully wagons and drainage equipment.

As a Jetting Assistant, you'll work closely with an experienced HGV Driver, travelling to sites across the country to carry out drainage and highway cleaning activities. This is a physically active role that requires a proactive approach and a willingness to get involved in all aspects of the job.

You'll also be responsible for updating job information electronically using a company tablet and ensuring all work is completed safely and efficiently.

About the role:

• Location: Bradford
• Role type: Permanent
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 47.5 hours per week
• Salary: £14 per hour dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a two-person team operating high-specification jetting and vacuumation units.
• Assist with highway gully cleaning and drainage maintenance activities.
• Carry out remote CCTV investigations to assess the condition of underground pipes and sewer systems.
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear blockages and maintain drainage systems.
• Liaise professionally with customers and clients on site.
• Complete electronic job records and reports using company devices.
• Carry out daily vehicle and equipment safety checks.
• Report safety concerns and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Support the driver and team with all operational tasks as required.

Key Requirements:

Skills and experience:

• Full valid UK driving licence.
• Comfortable using electronic devices such as tablets or laptops for data entry and reporting.

Desirable:

• A Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
• Previous experience within drainage, highways maintenance, utilities, construction, or a similar field.

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.