Drainage Engineer

MPJ Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van & fuel card

Training & travel covered

Overtime

Wellbeing support

Eye tests

Bonus up to 4%

Leave: 20 days + holidays

Loyalty leave

Job summary

MPJ Recruitment is seeking an experienced Drainage Investigation Engineer to carry out on-site drainage investigations across the UK. You will diagnose issues, recommend repairs and liaise with customers to provide a professional service.

A full UK driving licence and strong problem-solving skills are essential. The role involves CCTV reporting, jetting blockages and excavations, with travel across the South West England and South Wales regions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in drainage investigations and high-pressure water jetting.
• Strong understanding of CCTV surveying equipment and reporting standards.
• Ability to identify buried services using tracing equipment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong problem-solving ability and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Complete drainage investigations and produce CCTV reports to WRC defect grading standards.
• Use high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear below-ground blockages.
• Operate CAT/GENIE and sonar tracing equipment to locate and map drainage systems.
• Carry out repairs including patching and lining water mains.
• Conduct excavations and reinstatement of domestic surfaces.
• Deliver outstanding customer care and confidently explain recommended repairs.
• Apply strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Drainage investigations

High-pressure water jetting

CCTV surveying

Tracing equipment

Customer service

Problem solving

UK driving licence

Tools

N/A

Job description

Drainage Investigation Engineer

£30,000 - £40,000 DOE

Covering South Wales and South West England

Bristol

We're seeking an experienced Drainage Investigation Engineer to carry out on‑site drainage investigations across the UK, diagnose issues and recommend effective repair solutions. This role suits someone with strong problem‑solving ability, confidence working independently and excellent customer‑facing skills.

The Role

You'll be responsible for investigating drainage systems, clearing below‑ground blockages using high‑pressure water jetting and producing detailed CCTV reports. You'll also liaise directly with customers, explaining findings clearly and ensuring they receive a professional, positive service experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete drainage investigations and produce detailed CCTV reports to WRC defect grading standards.
• Use high‑pressure water jetting equipment to clear below‑ground blockages.
• Operate CAT/GENIE and sonar tracing equipment to locate and map drainage systems.
• Carry out repairs including patching and lining water mains.
• Conduct excavations and reinstatement of domestic surfaces (paving slabs, block paving, etc.).
• Deliver outstanding customer care and confidently explain recommended repairs.
• Apply strong technical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Experience & Requirements

• Proven experience in drainage investigations and high‑pressure water jetting.
• Strong understanding of CCTV surveying equipment and reporting standards.
• Ability to identify buried services using tracing equipment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and a proactive approach.

What's Offered

• Long‑term career stability.
• Brand‑new, fully equipped work van and fuel card.
• Full training induction with travel, accommodation and meals covered.
• Overtime opportunities to increase earning potential.
• 24/7 wellbeing support including GP access, counselling and retail discounts.
• Company‑funded annual eye tests.
• Bonus up to 4% of annual salary.
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Loyalty leave: 1 extra day per year after two years' service (up to 25 days).

All applicants will be required to complete a DBS and Credit Check.