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. We are looking for a Civils Site Manager in the North West of England to support our Waste Water Civils framework. Location: North West based - Willing to travel around the region Hours: Monday to Friday - 50 Hours per week. Salary: £40,000-£45,000 (depending on experience) Core Duties and Responsibilities Leads and controls Civils Operatives and Gangers engaged in all activities concerned with the civil works aspects of the United Utilities contract. Ability to optimise resources by ensuring that the work is scheduled out appropriately with the assistance of the scheduling team at the UU head office. Responsible for managing the teams fleet/plant and material requirements to ensure efficient and timely completion of the works. Able to demonstrate good organisational skills, following policies, procedures, and work practices, and developing improvements where necessary. Ability to produce method statements and procedures. Competent in reading and understanding specifications, drawings, and all other discipline related to work and engineering documentation. Keeps records of all work completed. Ensuring our client systems are updating in real time. Commands respect of their workforce and develops excellent working relationships with all other department personnel as well as client management. Must be a confident communicator to liaise both with internal and external clients. Able to give instructions in an efficient and effective way to the workforce and responsible for the daily management of the teams. Ability to read and interpret drawings, including excavation dimensions, concrete mixtures, location, and placement of pipe sections and understand shoring designs. Ensures that work crews are properly supplied with tools, equipment, and materials. Prevents wastage and misuse of equipment, materials, and tools. Supervises work crews to best utilise manpower and materials, exercises discipline at the work site to prevent absenteeism, unsafe work practices and idleness. Familiar with all HS&E also Quality procedures, regulations and strictly enforces them with the workforce under their responsibility. Responsible for the day to day well being of the teams under your control identifies, formulates, and implements training programs for the workforce under his responsibility. Complies with the highest level of safety during all stages of work to avoid any type of incidents and or accidents Experience and qualifications required for the role Experienced in Civils excavations at all depth Coordinating multi-site reactive civil activities Experience in permitting and streetworks requirements Wastewater experience (preferred) Supervising multi-disciplined teams Able to motivate teams Experience of wastewater projects (preferred) Able user of Microsoft office suite, word, excel, power point and inhouse/client IT systems Good commercial awareness Giving toolbox talks and safety briefs to the workplace Qualifications required SMSTS 5-day course (preferred) CSCS site Manager / supervisor (preferred) NRASWA Essential First Aid Manual Handling Abrasive Wheels (desirable) Driving Licence Essential no more than 6 penalty points 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 25 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays Company Car Pension Death in service On call out of hours available at enhanced rate of pay 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 - Lanes I - SUS - Clearflow - AQS - We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community Strictly no agencies please
Nov 21, 2025
Full time
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. We are looking for a Civils Site Manager in the North West of England to support our Waste Water Civils framework. Location: North West based - Willing to travel around the region Hours: Monday to Friday - 50 Hours per week. Salary: £40,000-£45,000 (depending on experience) Core Duties and Responsibilities Leads and controls Civils Operatives and Gangers engaged in all activities concerned with the civil works aspects of the United Utilities contract. Ability to optimise resources by ensuring that the work is scheduled out appropriately with the assistance of the scheduling team at the UU head office. Responsible for managing the teams fleet/plant and material requirements to ensure efficient and timely completion of the works. Able to demonstrate good organisational skills, following policies, procedures, and work practices, and developing improvements where necessary. Ability to produce method statements and procedures. Competent in reading and understanding specifications, drawings, and all other discipline related to work and engineering documentation. Keeps records of all work completed. Ensuring our client systems are updating in real time. Commands respect of their workforce and develops excellent working relationships with all other department personnel as well as client management. Must be a confident communicator to liaise both with internal and external clients. Able to give instructions in an efficient and effective way to the workforce and responsible for the daily management of the teams. Ability to read and interpret drawings, including excavation dimensions, concrete mixtures, location, and placement of pipe sections and understand shoring designs. Ensures that work crews are properly supplied with tools, equipment, and materials. Prevents wastage and misuse of equipment, materials, and tools. Supervises work crews to best utilise manpower and materials, exercises discipline at the work site to prevent absenteeism, unsafe work practices and idleness. Familiar with all HS&E also Quality procedures, regulations and strictly enforces them with the workforce under their responsibility. Responsible for the day to day well being of the teams under your control identifies, formulates, and implements training programs for the workforce under his responsibility. Complies with the highest level of safety during all stages of work to avoid any type of incidents and or accidents Experience and qualifications required for the role Experienced in Civils excavations at all depth Coordinating multi-site reactive civil activities Experience in permitting and streetworks requirements Wastewater experience (preferred) Supervising multi-disciplined teams Able to motivate teams Experience of wastewater projects (preferred) Able user of Microsoft office suite, word, excel, power point and inhouse/client IT systems Good commercial awareness Giving toolbox talks and safety briefs to the workplace Qualifications required SMSTS 5-day course (preferred) CSCS site Manager / supervisor (preferred) NRASWA Essential First Aid Manual Handling Abrasive Wheels (desirable) Driving Licence Essential no more than 6 penalty points 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 25 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays Company Car Pension Death in service On call out of hours available at enhanced rate of pay 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 - Lanes I - SUS - Clearflow - AQS - We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community Strictly no agencies please
Drainage CCTV Quality Analyst 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. Reporting to the CCTV Lead, the CCTV Quality Analyst plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of CCTV footage across our operations. Working closely with planners and field crews, you'll review and code CCTV data, identify issues, and support the continuous improvement of service standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, technical awareness, and a collaborative approach to contribute to the high-quality delivery of our services. Position: Drainage CCTV Quality Analyst Location: Customer Solution Centre, Slough, Berkshire Job Type: permanent, full-time Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (working 6:30am - 2:30pm) Salary: £30,000+ depending upon experience Benefits: 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays); onsite restaurant; personal learning; workplace pension; onsite parking; free access to wellbeing support Interviews to commence as soon as possible 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. Quality check CCTV footage Raising technical reviews for DA Liaising with the planners Liaising with the crews Liaising with engineers regarding works Check footage to ensure compliance has been met Liaising with management to identify issues Highlight any problems with CCTV footage Undertake any other work as reasonably required of you by the CCTV manager Liaise with FM regarding engineers work Able to recognise and code: structural conditions, service conditions, construction features and miscellaneous details from photographs and video Able to use the continuous defect facility for coding Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them Any other reasonable ad hoc duties, tasks or projects 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: Have OS19X or OS21X (Drainage Qualifications Guide) Have some drainage knowledge Be hard working and respectful Comply with health and safety standards Have great interpersonal skills to create relationships with the team, engineers, and wider Lanes Group network Have good knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Google Suite Have solid communication skills (both written and verbal) with professional telephone etiquette Be resourceful and proactive Strong prioritising and multi tasking skills, ability to work under pressure and on own initiative Have the ability to deal with people at different levels 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.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Drainage CCTV Quality Analyst 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. Reporting to the CCTV Lead, the CCTV Quality Analyst plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of CCTV footage across our operations. Working closely with planners and field crews, you'll review and code CCTV data, identify issues, and support the continuous improvement of service standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, technical awareness, and a collaborative approach to contribute to the high-quality delivery of our services. Position: Drainage CCTV Quality Analyst Location: Customer Solution Centre, Slough, Berkshire Job Type: permanent, full-time Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (working 6:30am - 2:30pm) Salary: £30,000+ depending upon experience Benefits: 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays); onsite restaurant; personal learning; workplace pension; onsite parking; free access to wellbeing support Interviews to commence as soon as possible 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. Quality check CCTV footage Raising technical reviews for DA Liaising with the planners Liaising with the crews Liaising with engineers regarding works Check footage to ensure compliance has been met Liaising with management to identify issues Highlight any problems with CCTV footage Undertake any other work as reasonably required of you by the CCTV manager Liaise with FM regarding engineers work Able to recognise and code: structural conditions, service conditions, construction features and miscellaneous details from photographs and video Able to use the continuous defect facility for coding Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them Any other reasonable ad hoc duties, tasks or projects 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: Have OS19X or OS21X (Drainage Qualifications Guide) Have some drainage knowledge Be hard working and respectful Comply with health and safety standards Have great interpersonal skills to create relationships with the team, engineers, and wider Lanes Group network Have good knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Google Suite Have solid communication skills (both written and verbal) with professional telephone etiquette Be resourceful and proactive Strong prioritising and multi tasking skills, ability to work under pressure and on own initiative Have the ability to deal with people at different levels 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.
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: Reporting to the Project Manager, the Site Manager will be responsible for the day to day management of the crews which will include the planning and execution of the works. The main purpose of this role is to drive performance and productivity along with health and safety compliance. Location: Leyland, Lancashire Hours: 50 hours per week, 06.30am-16.30pm, Monday to Friday Salary: £39,416 per annum Responsibilities - but not limited to: Lead and motivate a team to deliver all aspects of planning and operations. Deliver works safely and on time, whilst adhering to requirements. Management of the operatives reporting into them. Conduct detailed and thorough site visits. Maintain accurate records of site resources, materials and plant and providing daily resource sheets. Managing subcontract performance. Ensuring all operatives have appropriate vehicles, equipment, stores, and skills to perform allocated work. Ensuring all operatives have correct PPE whilst working. Presiting when required to confirm what other requirements will be needed to complete works due to locations. Liaise with customers, clients, sub-contractors, local authorities and other interested third parties regarding past, present, and future works. To provide sufficient and timely supervision, assessments and coaching to ensure gangs are performing to our sufficient company standards. Perform quality on site assessments checks (x8 Audits per month, minimum 4 onsite audits). Regularly undertake all necessary and appropriate Toolbox Talks, Briefings, and other communications. To perform weekly fleet and plant checks ensuring fleet, plant and equipment maintenance is carried out and calibrated within the correct timescales. Maintain own levels of skills and knowledge to do the job effectively. Comply with relevant company HSEQ and welfare policy provisions. Ensure all clients set KPI's are met or exceeded - on PM role too. To ensure all regulatory data and job specifications are done checked and fed back to a high standard. Ensure all operative training records and ID Cards records are kept up to date - liaising with training department. Manage all day-to-day HR queries ensuring all updates are added to the HR system, and all HR processes and procedures are followed. Ensure all timesheets are submitted within the timescales set by payroll. And these are checked and correct at the time of submission. Where necessary telematics checks are carried out to verify timesheet submission. Ensure all required information is sent in from site teams to produce sales. Ensuring all operatives driving company vehicles adhere to company policy, where necessary interventions to be carried out to coach or take disciplinary action against offenders that is relevant to the offence committed. To manage and assess the competencies of all operatives on site through the competency assessment programme. Experience and qualifications required for the role: Management Skills - the ability to supervise and lead crews. Systems - competent in the use of Excel, Word, Power point and Outlook. Health, Safety & Environment - The ability to assess the impact our operations have on Health & Safety matters. Thorough knowledge of H & S policies/procedures and safe systems of work. Operational Understanding - comprehensive experience, understanding and qualifications/accreditations in accordance with the role being undertaken to deliver contractual commitments, operational and safety requirements. 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: 24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Overtime paid at X1.5 after 50 hours Death in service Employee assistance programme Free car parking Company vehicle provided 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. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community. Strictly no agencies please.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
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: Reporting to the Project Manager, the Site Manager will be responsible for the day to day management of the crews which will include the planning and execution of the works. The main purpose of this role is to drive performance and productivity along with health and safety compliance. Location: Leyland, Lancashire Hours: 50 hours per week, 06.30am-16.30pm, Monday to Friday Salary: £39,416 per annum Responsibilities - but not limited to: Lead and motivate a team to deliver all aspects of planning and operations. Deliver works safely and on time, whilst adhering to requirements. Management of the operatives reporting into them. Conduct detailed and thorough site visits. Maintain accurate records of site resources, materials and plant and providing daily resource sheets. Managing subcontract performance. Ensuring all operatives have appropriate vehicles, equipment, stores, and skills to perform allocated work. Ensuring all operatives have correct PPE whilst working. Presiting when required to confirm what other requirements will be needed to complete works due to locations. Liaise with customers, clients, sub-contractors, local authorities and other interested third parties regarding past, present, and future works. To provide sufficient and timely supervision, assessments and coaching to ensure gangs are performing to our sufficient company standards. Perform quality on site assessments checks (x8 Audits per month, minimum 4 onsite audits). Regularly undertake all necessary and appropriate Toolbox Talks, Briefings, and other communications. To perform weekly fleet and plant checks ensuring fleet, plant and equipment maintenance is carried out and calibrated within the correct timescales. Maintain own levels of skills and knowledge to do the job effectively. Comply with relevant company HSEQ and welfare policy provisions. Ensure all clients set KPI's are met or exceeded - on PM role too. To ensure all regulatory data and job specifications are done checked and fed back to a high standard. Ensure all operative training records and ID Cards records are kept up to date - liaising with training department. Manage all day-to-day HR queries ensuring all updates are added to the HR system, and all HR processes and procedures are followed. Ensure all timesheets are submitted within the timescales set by payroll. And these are checked and correct at the time of submission. Where necessary telematics checks are carried out to verify timesheet submission. Ensure all required information is sent in from site teams to produce sales. Ensuring all operatives driving company vehicles adhere to company policy, where necessary interventions to be carried out to coach or take disciplinary action against offenders that is relevant to the offence committed. To manage and assess the competencies of all operatives on site through the competency assessment programme. Experience and qualifications required for the role: Management Skills - the ability to supervise and lead crews. Systems - competent in the use of Excel, Word, Power point and Outlook. Health, Safety & Environment - The ability to assess the impact our operations have on Health & Safety matters. Thorough knowledge of H & S policies/procedures and safe systems of work. Operational Understanding - comprehensive experience, understanding and qualifications/accreditations in accordance with the role being undertaken to deliver contractual commitments, operational and safety requirements. 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: 24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Overtime paid at X1.5 after 50 hours Death in service Employee assistance programme Free car parking Company vehicle provided 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. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community. Strictly no agencies please.