Drainage Engineer

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Guildford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped overtime opportunities

Commission and bonus potential

Company vehicle, tools, and equipment

Career progression and training

Permanent employment

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions is hiring a Drainage Engineer for a field-based role in Guildford. The position involves carrying out drainage investigations, repairs, maintenance, and emergency call-outs across domestic and commercial properties.

You should have experience with drainage works such as unblocking, CCTV surveys, HPWJ, and plumbing, with a focus on customer service. The role offers a permanent, full-time opportunity with competitive pay and progression prospects within a growing

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Drainage Engineer or Drainage Technician.
• Experience working in customer-facing environments.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Comfortable using mobile apps and digital job management systems.

Responsibilities

• Attend emergency and scheduled drainage call-outs.
• Diagnose and resolve drainage issues efficiently on-site.
• Carry out CCTV drain surveys.
• High-pressure water jetting (HPWJ).
• Drain unblocking and clearance.
• Root cutting and descaling.
• Patch lining repairs.
• Minor excavations and drainage repairs.
• Communicate professionally with customers and explain findings clearly.
• Recommend additional drainage or repair work where appropriate.
• Follow all health & safety procedures and industry standards.
• Participate in an on-call rota supporting 24/7 emergency drainage services.
• Deliver excellent customer service while representing the business positively.

Job description

Drainage Engineer Jobs in Guildford | Full-Time Field-Based Role | £38K + Overtime + Commission
Location: Guildford
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Salary: £34,000 – £38,000 basic salary + overtime + commission
Are you an experienced Drainage Engineer looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent earning potential and career progression?
We are hiring a skilled and customer-focused Field-Based Drainage Engineer to join our growing team in Guildford. This is a hands-on role working across both domestic and commercial properties, carrying out drainage investigations, repairs, maintenance, and emergency call-outs.
If you have experience with drain unblocking, CCTV drainage surveys, high-pressure water jetting (HPWJ), drain repairs, or plumbing, we want to hear from you.

Drainage Engineer Responsibilities

• Attend emergency and scheduled drainage call-outs
• Diagnose and resolve drainage issues efficiently on-site
• Carry out:
  • CCTV drain surveys
  • High-pressure water jetting (HPWJ)
  • Drain unblocking and clearance
  • Root cutting and descaling
  • Patch lining repairs
  • Minor excavations and drainage repairs
• Communicate professionally with customers and explain findings clearly
• Recommend additional drainage or repair work where appropriate
• Follow all health & safety procedures and industry standards
• Participate in an on-call rota supporting 24/7 emergency drainage services
• Deliver excellent customer service while representing the business positively

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Drainage Engineer or Drainage Technician
• Experience working in customer-facing environments
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Comfortable using mobile apps and digital job management systems

Desirable Qualifications

• HPWJ certification
• CSCS card
• Plumbing experience

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £34,000 – £39,000 per year
• Uncapped overtime opportunities
• Commission and bonus potential
• Company vehicle, tools, uniform, and equipment provided
• Stable, permanent employment
• Supportive and growing team environment
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities