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.
Location: Bristol
Hours: 50 hours per week - Monday to Friday, 6am-4pm.
Salary: £36,400-£44,200 per annum (depending on experience and tickets) Overtime paid at X1.5 on top of base salary.
About the Role:
Working on a variety of different reactive contracts, you will be driving our gully wagons, working closely with an operative to clean along the highways. This role can be physically demanding as you will be required to cover a lot of ground on foot as well as working in restrictive spaces. Use of a tablet is also a requirement of the role; therefore, you will need to have knowledge of using them.
Responsibilities – but not limited to:
Experience and qualifications required for the role:
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.
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
Lanes Group is a leading provider of specialist drainage, utility, and asset maintenance services. With a strong focus on innovation, safety, and customer satisfaction, we offer comprehensive solutions that keep essential infrastructure operating efficiently and effectively.
Founded in 1992, Lanes Group has grown to become a national leader, delivering high-quality services to a wide range of sectors including water utilities, rail, highways, energy, and commercial properties. Our expertise spans from emergency drainage repairs and planned maintenance to advanced technologies like CCTV drainage surveys, no-dig pipe rehabilitation, and robotic cutting.
Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our investment in state-of-the-art equipment, industry-leading training, and sustainable practices that minimise environmental impact. We take pride in our ability to solve complex challenges, whether it’s clearing pipes deep within a mountain at Dinorwig Power Station, maintaining critical rail infrastructure, or managing large-scale utility projects.
At Lanes Group, our people are our greatest asset. Our team of highly skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions, always putting our customers first.
We are proud to support essential services across the UK and are continually expanding our capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Connect with us to learn more about how we can help you achieve your infrastructure goals.
