Drainage Engineer

Craven Services LTD; Oldham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted drainage company in Oldham is looking for a qualified Drainage Engineer to join their expanding team. The role offers a permanent position with an OTE of £40,000+, including overtime and bonuses. You'll perform a range of reactive drainage works, ensuring excellent customer service in domestic settings. With a competitive starting salary of £28,000 and full training provided, it's an opportunity for stable, rewarding career growth.

Benefits

OTE £40,000+

Company van and fuel card

Paid annual leave

Pension scheme

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ hands-on drainage work (blockage clearance, fault finding, repairs).
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points).

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive drainage maintenance and repairs within a domestic environment.
• Respond to blockages in sinks, toilets, baths, showers and external drains.
• Clear blockages using rodding, jetting and other specialist equipment.
• Diagnose drainage faults, recommending solutions.
• Conduct basic surveys and assessments.

Skills

Proven drainage experience in a reactive / domestic environment

Solid understanding of reactive drainage processes

Strong diagnostic ability

Confident using drainage equipment safely and effectively

Ability to communicate well with customers

Job description

Drainage Engineer – We’re Expanding! Join Craven Services in Oldham – OTE £40,000+, Company Van & Excellent Benefits

Craven Services, part of the trusted Dyno-Rod / Dyno Plumbing network, is growing and looking for a qualified Drainage Engineer to join our team. We’re offering a permanent position with realistic earnings of £40,000+ through overtime, on‑call and bonus schemes. You’ll get a fully kitted company van, fuel card, uniform, paid holidays, and real job security with a nationally recognised brand.

About the Role

This is a field‑based position covering the OL postcode and surrounding areas. Working Monday to Friday with an on‑call rota, you’ll carry out a range of reactive drainage works in domestic properties. You’ll be the go‑to person for urgent drainage issues, delivering fast, effective fixes and outstanding service.

Your day‑to‑day work will include :

• Carrying out reactive drainage maintenance and repairs within a domestic environment
• Responding to blockages in sinks, toilets, baths, showers and external drains
• Clearing blockages using rodding, jetting and other specialist equipment
• Diagnosing drainage faults, identifying root causes, and recommending solutions
• Completing minor repairs such as replacing traps, waste pipe sections and fittings
• Conducting basic surveys / assessments and advising customers clearly and professionally
• Delivering excellent customer service in every home you visit
• Using your tablet to update job progress in real time
• Working safely and professionally in line with health & safety standards

What We’re Looking For

We’re after someone who takes pride in their work, communicates well with customers, and enjoys solving problems under pressure.

• Proven drainage experience in a reactive / domestic environment
• Minimum of 2 years’ hands‑on drainage work (blockage clearance, fault finding, repairs)
• Solid understanding of reactive drainage processes with strong diagnostic ability
• Confident using drainage equipment (e.g., jetter / rods) safely and effectively
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)

Please note: this role is subject to a DBS check, driving licence check and standard right‑to‑work verification.

What You’ll Get

• OTE £40,000+ with overtime, on‑call and bonuses
• Starting basic of £28k increasing after probation
• Permanent, full‑time contract with paid annual leave
• Fully costed van + fuel card
• Tablet, uniform and PPE provided
• Pension scheme and employee benefits package
• Supportive team environment with full training and ongoing support

If you’re looking for a stable, rewarding drainage career with great earning potential – this is it.

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