PWT/ Site Person In Charge- Lanes Rail
Lanes GroupLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted February 19, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Lanes Group is the UK’s leading specialist provider of drainage, utility, and asset maintenance services, delivering comprehensive solutions for water utilities, rail, highways, energy, and commercial properties. Founded in 1992, the company combines industry‑leading technology—CCTV surveys, no‑dig pipe rehabilitation, robotic cutting—with a rigorous safety culture to tackle everything from emergency drain repairs to large‑scale infrastructure projects. Its competitive edge lies in state‑of‑the‑art equipment, continuous training, and sustainable practices that minimise environmental impact while maintaining high reliability and cost‑effectiveness. A dedicated team of skilled professionals places customer satisfaction at the core, ensuring safe, efficient, and dependable service across the UK. Lanes Group’s commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence makes it a trusted partner for critical infrastructure maintenance.
Job Description
We are seeking experienced and competent Protection Operatives / Site Persons in Charge (SPC) to support the safe delivery of vegetation and fencing works across multiple rail sites throughout London. This is a safety-critical role responsible for implementing and maintaining safe systems of work during activities undertaken within live rail environments.
Requirements
- Implement and manage protection arrangements during traffic hours, engineering hours, and depot works
- Act as Site Person in Charge (SPC) where appointed
- Ensure safe systems of work are briefed, understood, and adhered to by all operatives on site
- Undertake vegetation and chainsaw operations in line with NPTC certification
- Conduct site briefings and maintain accurate protection documentation
- Monitor compliance with rail standards, risk assessments, and method statements
- Liaise with control, engineering supervisors, and client representatives as required
- Stop work where unsafe conditions are identified
- Support the safe and efficient delivery of vegetation and fencing operations
Benefits
- From ÂŁ145 a day dependent on experience
- Weekly pay
- Life Assurance scheme
- Auto enrolment pension scheme