Minor Civils Engineer

Minor Civils Engineer

At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety, and well-being of our people and our customers. It's a major reason we are the UK's largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.

Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognized whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators.

In this critical role of ensuring our organization is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.

The Minor Civils Engineer is a key part of the Special Projects team, repairing and replacing broken sewer chamber frames and covers, whilst adhering to BSI regulations.

Position: Minor Civils Engineer

Location: Millbrook Sewage Treatment Works, Hampshire Region (Southampton, Hampshire)

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week (start times to be discussed on interview)

Salary: Competitive, depending upon experience

Benefits: 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays); personal learning; workplace pension; onsite parking; wellbeing support; friendly working environment

About the role:

Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Southern Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to waste-water network and drainage problems.

Ensure materials are stocked from the depot for all work planned including but not limited to sewer chamber covers, cement, resin, tarmac…

Prepare the boiler system for the tarmac whilst at the depot, ensuring the correct temperature is reached

Conduct an onsite risk assessment, supported by the appropriate photos

Deploy traffic management as per processes and rams and evidence with photos

Complete a service avoidance of the area for cables and services alongside documenting photos CAT and Genny in particular

Repair and replace broken sewer chamber frames and covers referring to the SOP F&C PMMA step-by-step installation guide (separate to this document):

Remove defected Sewer Chamber cover using the appropriate tools, with photographic evidence

Measure the area to cut, clearly marked out, ensuring clean lines and accuracy, remove spoil and confirm with pictures

Taking into consideration guidelines and scope of works, lay the bed and frame ensuring it is level, supported by photos

Lay the resin, tarmac and chippings in accordance with the guide alongside documenting photos

Ensure any waste left on site is cleared and confirm with pictures

Review any changes to the Standard Operating Practise and adhere to any amendments throughout your work

Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them

Any other reasonable ad-hoc duties requested by management

So if you enjoy working in a fast paced environment and delivering only the best in customer service, where no two days are the same and want to join a growing company that not only values you and your ability - but also strives to develop your potential and further your career progression - then we are the right company for you.

What is essential is the ability to work safely to quickly diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

About you:

The ideal candidate will:

Be hard working and respectful

Comply with health and safety standards

Have great interpersonal skills to create relationships with the team

Have basic knowledge of both Microsoft 365

Have solid communication skills

Be resourceful and proactive

Multi-task, prioritize, work under pressure and on own initiative

You must have a minimum of a HGV Class 2 licence and you must have completed the certificate of professional competence (CPC) and an up to date digi tachograph card.

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.

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