Job Description

CP2 in Charge - Nights

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 recognised 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 organisation 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.

We operate 24/7 and as such you are required to work flexible hours, weekends and participate in an on-call rota. Full training / PPE / use of company equipment will be provided to ensure that all our drainage engineers have the right tools, competency, and confidence to undertake the work to Lanes’ high standard of operation regardless of background or previous experience.

Lanes Group are looking for a fit and healthy individual to join our trunk and large local sewer entry team as CP2 Working within a team of three to six lanes group engineers on complex sewer cleaning & confined space entry projects. Must have a good understanding of confined space entry and be able to work within a team. This opportunity will see the successful candidate working in collaboration with Thames water WNS large local sewers, Trunk sewer regions, Independent Authorising Team & WOCC on a daily basis.

Candidates will be required to be compliant with Thames Water confined space entry procedures: HSP 14 Guide to planning entering and working safely in confined spaces & HSP 46 Safe and secure isolation - waste water assets.

Position: Night CP2 in Charge

Location: Gerrard's Cross Treatment Works, Trunks Department (Gerrard's Cross, Buckinghamshire)

Job Type: permanent, full-time

Hours: Sunday to Thursday nights, 50 hours

Salary: Competitive, depending upon experience

Benefits: 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

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 Thames Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to waste-water network and drainage problems.

• Undertake Face Fit testing on a regular basis and remain clean shaven when required to enter confined spaces
• Fully conversant with TW procedures and systems
• Authoritative, challenging and not easily swayed. An uncompromising approach with attention to detail.
• Be trained and appointed to provide Emergency First Aid (CP2 Only).
• All safety equipment is inspected, calibrated, tested and available in good working order
• Report to the manager/authorised person of any incident, dangerous occurrence defects of other exceptional incidents occurring during the work in confined spaces
• Operatives are medically fit on the day of the planned entry (colds and respiratory illness can affect a person’s ability to wear breathing apparatus). This also includes clean shaven.
• Employees are fully briefed and understand the risks and controls
• All entry documentation is completed
• Understand and accept permits to work
• Ensure appropriate emergency procedures are in place
• Stop work and withdraw personnel and equipment if for any reason the conditions of the confined space change and/ or the agreed procedure or permit cannot be met.
• Designate Emergency Rescue Team
• Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibility towards them

• Any other reasonable ad-hoc duties requested by management

So if you enjoy working outdoors 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 and comply with health and safety standards. Level 2 Award in Entrant and Entry Controller for Confined Spaces (Medium Risk) or Level 3 Award in Working in Confined Space Recovery Team is beneficial but not essential, as is Level 3 in Supervising Teams Undertaking Confined Space Works. Other drainage qualifications (e.g. NRSWA and Confined Spaces) are an advantage, as well as trauma first aid training and a face fit test.

You must have a full UK drivers licence to be able to travel to sites.

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.

Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.