HGV Operative

Lanes Group


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Colchester
Contract type: Full time
Job Title: HGV Operative - Anglian Water Network

Location: Various sites across the Anglian Water Region (East of England)

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (47.50 hours a week)

What We Offer

  • Pay up to £16.00-16.85 per hour dependent on experience
  • Enhance overtime rates
  • Weekly pay
  • 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Uncapped earning potential.
  • Pension scheme
  • Death in service
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunity to work with a leading water utility network

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated HGV Operative to join our team working on the Anglian Water network. The role involves conducting surveys of drainage systems to assess conditions, identify defects and support maintenance and repair strategies. This is a field- based role, ideal for someone with experience in drainage inspection and a strong understanding of sewer networks.

As a HGV Operative You Will

  • Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment on HGVs to safely and effectively clear blockages in drains, sewers, and pipework.
  • Operate HGV-mounted vacuum and tankers for drainage and waste management tasks.
  • Diagnose drainage issues and apply suitable jetting techniques based on blockage type. Independently manage job sites, ensuring safe practices and high-quality work.
  • Communicate professionally with customers, explaining tasks, addressing questions, and providing summaries.
  • Accurately complete digital job reports and system updates using laptops or tablets.
  • Conduct daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance, reporting any faults promptly.
  • Maintain high health and safety standards, including proper PPE use and regulatory compliance.
  • Support reactive and scheduled works, including emergency callouts and confined space entries (if trained).

About You

  • Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points)
  • HGV Class 2 Licence
  • Previous experience as a HGV Jetvac Operator or in a similar role (Desirable)
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and travel across the Anglian region

About The Lanes Group

The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems. Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000+ staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer.

The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.

Strictly no agencies please

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