Sunderland, England, United Kingdom · On-site
The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems. Formed in 1992, …
Skills: Staff Management, Fleet Management, Health and Safety Compliance, Resource Planning, Scheduling
Aylesbury, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Drainage Engineer At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the communities we serve. As one of the UK's leading infrastructure delivery partners, we…
Skills: High-pressure water jetting, Drainage maintenance, Waste-water network repair, Health and safety compliance, Customer service
Bradford, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Customer Delivery Partner Location: Bradford, Yorkshire (with future co‑location at a client site in Leeds) Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience Hours: 37.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday Company: Lanes Group…
Skills: Customer service, Communication, Attention to detail, Scheduling, Microsoft Excel
New Forest, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$35k–$38k/yr
Field Manager We are recruiting Field Managers to oversee our employees in our Millbrook depot in Hampshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a new career with us here at Lanes Group! At Lanes Group, nothing is m…
Skills: Team leadership, Performance management, Health and safety, Waste network service, Fleet management
New Forest, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$35k–$38k/yr
Field Manager We are recruiting Field Managers to oversee our employees in our Millbrook depot in Hampshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a new career with us here at Lanes Group! At Lanes Group, nothing is m…
Skills: Team leadership, Performance management, Health and safety, Operational management, Fleet management
South Ribble, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Lanes Group is a leading nationwide utility services provider with over 4,500 dedicated employees. Our diverse subsidiaries drive our success across various sectors, contributing to a remarkable turnover of over £500 mil…
Skills: Sourcing, High Volume Recruitment, Interviewing, Pre-screening, Diary Management
Worthing, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Reactive Scheduler - Night Shift We are recruiting for a number Reactive Schedulers to plan and manage essential jobs for our engineers. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a new career with us here at Lanes Group! …
Skills: Scheduling, Resource Allocation, Customer Service, Microsoft 365, Communication Skills
South Ribble, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Lanes Group is one of the UK's leading utility services providers, with almost 5,000 employees delivering essential services nationwide. As one Lanes Group, we combine specialist expertise, innovation and a customer-firs…
Skills: Quantity surveying, Commercial management, Cost control, WIP management, CVR reporting
South Ribble, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Lanes Group is one of the UK's leading utility services providers, with almost 5,000 employees delivering essential services nationwide. As one Lanes Group, we combine specialist expertise, innovation and a customer-firs…
Skills: Quantity Surveying, Cost Control, CVR Reporting, WIP Management, Applications for Payment
United Kingdom · On-site
Head of Traffic Management Sapphire Utility Solutions, Part of Lanes Group Location: Any of our Sapphire Office Locations around Manchester & Leeds About Us Lanes Group is the UK's leading wastewater and utilities soluti…
Skills: Traffic management, Strategic leadership, Operational management, NHSS compliance, Resource planning
United Kingdom · On-site
Working Depot Lead - Days At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the communities we serve. As one of the UK's leading infrastructure delivery part…
Skills: Depot Management, Stock Control, Asset Management, Health And Safety Compliance, Auditing
Arun, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Reactive Scheduler - Night Shift We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water! We are recruiting for a number Reactive Schedulers to plan and manage essential jobs for our engineers. This is a fan…
Skills: Scheduling, Resource Allocation, Customer Service, Microsoft 365, Communication Skills
United Kingdom · On-site
Lanes Group is the UK's largest independent drainage and wastewater solutions provider. Due to continued growth within our Highways and Data Services division, we are seeking a highly motivated GDMS CCTV Processor to joi…
Skills: GDMS, CCTV Processing, Data Validation, Quality Assurance, GIS
United Kingdom · On-site
The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems. Formed in 1992, …
Skills: Leadership, Team Management, Scheduling, Resource Planning, Health & Safety Auditing
Bradford, England, United Kingdom · On-site
We are currently recruiting for a Customer Service Advisor to join our team within the Yorkshire Water Wastewater Service Agreement (WwSA) Framework. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding career with Lanes…
Skills: Customer service, Communication skills, Active listening, Interpersonal skills, Conflict resolution
United Kingdom · On-site
HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineer (Nights) We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water! We are recruiting for a number of Drainage Engineers to work in 2 person teams, covering the whole of Hampshire…
Skills: HGV Class 2 driving, Drainage maintenance, High-pressure water jetting, Vacuum tanker operation, Customer service
Aylesbury, England, United Kingdom · On-site
HGV Class 2 Drainage 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 infrastruc…
Skills: HGV Class 2 driving, High pressure water jetting, Drainage maintenance, Diagnostics, Customer service
Horsham, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$42k–$47k/yr
Patching and Lining Drainage Engineer We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water! We are recruiting for a number of Drainage Engineers to work in 2 person teams, covering the whole of Sussex on …
Skills: Drainage Repair, Patch Lining, Sewer Repair, Drain Surveying, High Pressure Jetting
Kinmel Bay, Wales, United Kingdom · On-site
We are delighted to share that we have secured a major new contract with Welsh Water, supporting the proactive and reactive maintenance of their Wastewater Network for the next four years and beyond. To help deliver this…
Skills: Stock management, Warehouse operations, Data entry, Communication, Listening
West Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom · On-site
Job Description The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems. …
Skills: CCTV equipment operation, Pipe inspection, Data recording, Manhole access, Tablet usage
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Oversee day-to-day operational activities, including the management of teams, vehicles, and equipment to ensure efficiency and safety. Drive productivity and service delivery while maintaining compliance with company and health and safety standards.
Requires previous management or supervisory experience and a full UK driving license with no more than 6 penalty points. Candidates must possess excellent IT skills and a strong understanding of health and safety protocols.
The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems. Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000+ staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer.
We are the UK’s largest end to end drainage solution provider with depots strategically located across the UK from Aberdeen to Plymouth, to ensure round the clock coverage for customers and clients alike.
The Role:
We are looking for an Operations Manager to join our team in Washington. As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of operational activities, ensuring teams, vehicles, equipment and resources are managed efficiently, safely and in line with company standards. You will provide strong leadership to operational teams, driving productivity, compliance and service delivery while maintaining a safe and positive working environment.
Responsibilities:
Staff Management:
Fleet / Equipment Management:
Health and Safety:
Due to the nature of the role successful applicants will be expected to participate in the On Call Rota as well as an understanding that flexibility is required surrounding work hours.
About you:
Benefits:
About Lanes:
At the Lanes Group, we believe firmly in looking after our people and our customers. It’s a big part of who we are. It’s also one of the reasons that we have a £200 million+ turnover, over 2200 staff and a network of depots across the country.
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.
Offices: C/O Elements Ring Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS12 6AB, GB · 16 Lamson Road, Off Ferry Lane, Rainham, Essex RM13 9YY, GB · 8 Youngs Road, East Mains Industrial Estate, Edinburgh, West Lothian EH52 5LY, GB · 300 Lansdowne Road, Eccles, Manchester, Greater Manchester M30 9PJ, GB · Minto Drive, Altens Industrial Estate, Aberdeen, Scotland AB12 3LW, GB
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.
Offices: C/O Elements Ring Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS12 6AB, GB · 16 Lamson Road, Off Ferry Lane, Rainham, Essex RM13 9YY, GB · 8 Youngs Road, East Mains Industrial Estate, Edinburgh, West Lothian EH52 5LY, GB · 300 Lansdowne Road, Eccles, Manchester, Greater Manchester M30 9PJ, GB · Minto Drive, Altens Industrial Estate, Aberdeen, Scotland AB12 3LW, GB
