HGV Drainage Engineer

*Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.*

Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below. We provide award winning services to the clean water, wastewater, gas, multi utilities and the highways sector. We are passionate about working alongside our client’s and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life throughout the UK. *About the Role:* You will be driving our wagons, working closely with an operative to clean along the highways, up and down the country - as far up as Carlisle and down toward Milton Keynes; therefore, flexibility in regards to hours is a must, as you will be required to stay overnight on occasions, and work some weekends. No two days are the same here at Sapphire, be prepared to learn and develop along the way! You will be assisting the operative with getting in and out of the cab to conduct work accordingly, so a hands on approach is needed and a willingness to get stuck in; and you will be responsible for using a company tablet on a daily basis. You will be outdoors for the majority of your working day - so a love for the great outdoors is also a must! *Mixture of days, nights and working away! ESSENTIAL to consider this before applying.* *Location:* Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire. *Hours: *50 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 6am-4pm day shift and 5pm-3am night shift) *Salary: *£12.50 per hour for days and £15.00 per hour for nights (Overtime paid at a time and a half) You will also be required to go on a standby rota and be flexible to the business needs in working nights and weekends. This is a full time position within a growing, and busy department. *Responsibilities - but not limited to:* * To operate a Recycler would be advantageous. * Must be able to work Days, Nights and on occasions work away from home. * Capable of driving Gully unit / Recycler manual and automatic. * Pass a Medical for fit to work certification for Highways. *Experience and qualifications required for the role:* * HGV class 2 driving license essential * Excellent listening and communication skills * Team player * Positive, can-do attitude * Competent in IT, accurate data entry * CPC Licence *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:* * 20 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays * Pension * Death in service * Training and progression opportunities * Full PPE provided 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. _We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community_ _Strictly no agencies please_ SAP1 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £12.50-£15.00 per hour Expected hours: 50 per week Benefits: * Company pension * Free parking * On-site parking Schedule: * 10 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Night shift * Overtime * Weekend availability Licence/Certification: * Driving licence (required) * Class 2 (required) Work Location: On the road