Drainage Network Apprentice

LANES GROUP LIMITED

Rainham (RM13 9YY)

Closes on Thursday 3 September 2026

Posted on 28 July 2026

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Summary

As a Drainage Network Apprentice, you’ll be learning how to keep essential drainage systems running smoothly across homes, businesses and public areas. You’ll gain hands-on experience working out on-site, using specialist equipment to find and fix problems like blockages or faults in drainage networks.  

Wage

£21,632 a year

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Training course
Drainage network operative (level 2)
Hours
6.00am - 2.00pm, Monday to Friday.

40 hours a week

Start date

Thursday 24 September 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Learn how to inspect, clean and maintain drainage and sewer systems 
  • Help identify and fix issues like blockages, leaks or damage 
  • Support keeping systems working safely and effectively  
  • Work with specialist tools, vehicles and equipment used in the industry 
  • Learn how to use equipment safely and correctly on different job sites 
  • Help keep equipment in good working condition  
  • Support responding to urgent drainage issues and emergencies 
  • Help investigate what’s gone wrong and how to fix it 
  • Work with your team to resolve problems as quickly as possible  
  • Follow safety rules, especially in challenging environments like highways or confined spaces 
  • Help make sure work is carried out safely for you, your team and the public  
  • Interact with customers and the public in a professional and friendly way 
  • Keep people informed about the work being carried out 
  • Represent the business positively while on-site  
  • Work as part of a team and support colleagues on-site 
  • Build practical skills and confidence through real work experience 
  • Complete your apprenticeship training and apply what you learn on the job 

Where you'll work

16 Lamson Road
Rainham
RM13 9YY

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

WATERTRAIN LIMITED

Training course

Drainage network operative (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Apply fault-finding techniques in the drainage system.
  • Use equipment including CCTV, push rods and sewer sensors.
  • Identify and resolve common issues in the drainage system.
  • Escalate issues in line with responsibilities.
  • Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOP).
  • Work in accordance with water and environment protection regulations, standards and guidance.
  • Clean and maintain tools and equipment, for example check oil levels and apply grease.
  • Use drainage operative tools and equipment, including jetting equipment.
  • Fill jetting unit saddle tank.
  • Apply safety practices and techniques. Signage, lighting and guarding.
  • Conduct housekeeping for example, tidy work area.
  • Communicate with others verbally, for example with colleagues, customers and stakeholders.
  • Communicate in writing with others for example, internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
  • Record task information – paper based or electronic. For example, job sheets, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers’ documentation, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
  • Interpret asset maps and plans and update where appropriate.
  • Follow procedures in line with environmental regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
  • Apply sustainability principles.
  • Follow equity, diversity and inclusion policies.
  • Carry out and record learning and development activities.
  • Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
  • Apply team working principles.
  • Follow quality assurance procedures to confirm that the blockage has been removed.
  • Apply fault-finding techniques in the drainage system.
  • Use equipment including CCTV, push rods and sewer sensors.
  • Identify and resolve common issues in the drainage system.
  • Escalate issues in line with responsibilities.
  • Identify, organise and use resources to complete tasks.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOP).
  • Work in accordance with water and environment protection regulations, standards and guidance.
  • Clean and maintain tools and equipment, for example check oil levels and apply grease.
  • Use drainage operative tools and equipment, including jetting equipment.
  • Fill jetting unit saddle tank.
  • Apply safety practices and techniques. Signage, lighting and guarding.
  • Conduct housekeeping for example, tidy work area.
  • Communicate with others verbally, for example with colleagues, customers and stakeholders.
  • Communicate in writing with others for example, internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
  • Record task information – paper based or electronic. For example, job sheets, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers’ documentation, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
  • Interpret asset maps and plans and update where appropriate.
  • Follow procedures in line with environmental regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
  • Apply sustainability principles.
  • Follow equity, diversity and inclusion policies.
  • Carry out and record learning and development activities.
  • Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
  • Apply team working principles.
  • Follow quality assurance procedures to confirm that the blockage has been removed.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

More training information

Safety critical training modules including:

  • Sentinel 
  • Basic track awareness
  • Manual handling
  • Emergency first aid
  • Spill response
  • Banksman

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working

About this employer

Lanes Group is a nationwide leader in utility services, powered by a team of over 3,500 dedicated professionals. Our diverse subsidiaries enable us to deliver exceptional solutions across multiple sectors, driving a turnover of more than £500 million. Committed to excellence and innovation, we provide industry-leading services to our clients and stakeholders. Join us and become part of a dynamic, growing organisation that values diversity and champions professional development.   

https://www.lanesgroup.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

  • Operative
  • Vegetation 
  • Supervisor 
  • Site Lead

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LANES GROUP LIMITED

Marlie

Marlie.Barbour@lanesgroup.co.uk

07397974248

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000045198.

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Closes on Thursday 3 September 2026

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