About The Role
The role available will be working from our Ellesmere Port site alongside a United Utilities customer support Technician, where you will be required to work on the Bucket 1 reactive contract solving problems on the sewer network. This role will be on a shift‑based pattern with working times of 8am to 6pm front shift and 12pm to 10pm back shift. Weekends and Bank Holidays are included.
Location: Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.
Hours: 42.5 hours per week.
Salary: £33,990 to £37,526 per annum depending on experience.
Responsibilities
- Working closely with a CST (UU Operative) to clean, camera and carry out sewer investigations as directed by United Utilities.
- Attending to customers, informing them of works to be carried out and answering any concerns as well as timescales.
- Inspect drainage systems to identify blockages, leaks, or damage that could hinder water flow.
- Carry out all aspects of high pressure water jetting.
- Operate high‑pressure water jetting equipment to clean and clear blockages in drains, sewers, pipes, and other wastewater systems.
- Carry out CCTV inspections where required to assess the condition of underground pipes and sewers.
- Competent in using an electronic device – laptop / tablet for data entry purposes.
- Ensuring safety issues are reported in line with company procedures.
- Perform routine maintenance and servicing of high‑pressure water jetting equipment to ensure it is in proper working order.
Full training will be given in the following areas: Jetting/SLG/First Aid/Manual Handling/Confined Spaces.
What You Will Get In Return
In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group – the UK’s largest independent provider – we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well‑being, growth and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual’s unique contribution, we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration and inclusivity.
What We Offer
- 21 days holiday accruing 1 day per year up to a maximum of 25 days
- Pension
- Death in service
- Training and progression opportunities
- Full PPE provided
- £100 on the anniversary of start date, subject to continuous service
- Healthcare Cash Plan
This position is open to internal and external candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.
Strictly no agencies please.
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