Drainage Engineer

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A national drainage services provider is seeking a Field-Based Drainage Engineer. The role involves attending emergency and planned drainage jobs, resolving issues, and liaising with customers. Candidates should have at least 1 year's experience in drainage and strong communication skills. A full UK driving licence is required. A competitive salary and career growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Commission structure

Enhanced overtime rates

Tools and equipment provided

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's drainage experience.
• Strong communication skills and customer-facing experience are essential.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Attend emergency and planned drainage jobs.
• Investigate and resolve drainage issues.
• Liaise with customers to explain solutions.

Skills

Drainage experience

Customer-facing experience

Communication skills

HPWJ certification

Plumbing knowledge

Comfortable using mobile apps

Job description

Overview

Drainage Engineer – Field-Based
Location: Liverpool
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per year
Plus Commission Structure & Enhanced Overtime Rates

Responsibilities

• Attend both emergency and planned drainage jobs
• Investigate, diagnose, and resolve issues using CCTV surveys, high-pressure water jetting, rods, etc.
• Carry out drain clearance, descaling, root cutting, patch lining, and minor excavations
• Liaise directly with customers to explain issues and solutions
• Identify and recommend additional work where appropriate
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety procedures
• Contribute to brand reputation with excellent service and technical knowledge
• Take part in an on-call rota to support 24/7 service delivery

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 1 year’s drainage experience (essential)
• Customer-facing experience with strong communication skills
• HPWJ certification preferred
• Plumbing knowledge and/or drainage tanker experience (desirable)
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• CSCS card (preferred)
• Comfortable using mobile apps and technology on-site

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £30,000 – £34,000 per year
• Commission structure for upselling and additional work
• Enhanced overtime rates
• All tools, uniform, vehicle, and equipment provided
• Supportive, growing team with long-term career opportunities

To apply, please apply within or contact Lauren Botting at [e-mail] for more information.