Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.
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:
Due to business expansion, we are currently looking for lining crews to work on various contracts based out of Preston.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving, stable and successful business.
Location: Bamber Bridge, Lancashire (remote working Travel involved)
Hours: 50 hours per week, 07.00am-17:00pm, Monday to Friday. Weekend work available.
Salary: c£16.50 phr
Responsibilities – but not limited to:
We are looking for lining crews who will be installing sewer liners using various lining systems. UV Lining, cold cure lining, led lining, path lining as well as day to day site duties.
You will ensure that you
· Maintain great customer service and communication
· Adhere to company absence reporting procedure
· Updating and completing site documentation using electronic tablet
· Ensure all works are carried out in line with approved method statements and safe system of work.
· Carry out site specific risk assessments and discuss any changes or amendments with team member and site supervisor
· Perform daily vehicle checks and maintenance to ensure roadworthiness
· Report any issues or hazards by following company procedures
· Follow health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
· Operate machinery and tools safely and efficiently to assist with various tasks
· Maintain equipment and tools to ensure they are in good working condition.
· Wearing and maintaining in good condition any Personal Protective Equipment provided for your protection and bringing to your supervisor’s attention any defects or shortcomings with the equipment.
· Working on the back of cutting unit assisting and learning how to use and maintain the cutting unit
· The operative will be expected to be flexible picking up overtime if required and the occasional weekend
Experience and Qualifications: (Desirable but not essential unless stated as required)
· Full UK driving license required (Required)
· Banksman
· Manual Handling
· Emergency First Aid
· NRSWA
· EUSR National Water Hygiene
· Asbestos Non-Licence with Awareness
· CPC Driver Training (HGV only)
· Confined Space Awareness
· Gas Monitor Training
· Spill Response
· Face Fit Tested – FFP3
· Calm Water
· EUSR Water SHEA
· Confined Space High Risk
· Abrasive Wheels
· WRC Approved Installer for Patching & Lining
· Dumper Wheeled Forward Tipping
· EUSR Shuttering & Shoring
· NRSWA – Operative Units (LA,01-06)
· Slinger and Signaller
· Puller Winch
· Counterbalance and Telehandler
· SSSTS
· Excavator used as Crane Lifting Ops
· WRC Approved Installer of specific Lining materials e.g.- Saertex; IMPREG; Reline
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:
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.
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.
Lanes - https://www.lanesgroup.com/
Lanes I - https://lanes-infra.com/
SUS - https://sus.co.uk/
Clearflow - https://www.clearflowltd.com/
AQS - https://aqsenvironmentalsolutions.ie/
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community
Strictly no agencies please