Drainage Engineer

AWD Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Pension

Health & safety equipment

Uniform provided

Training and progression

Paid holidays

Birthday leave

Job summary

AWD Recruitment is urgently seeking a skilled Drainage Engineer to service domestic and commercial properties across Oxfordshire. You will operate jetting gear, CCTV surveys and patch lining, diagnose and repair drainage systems, and deliver exceptional customer service with high workmanship standards.

The role offers a fully equipped company van, health and safety gear, a pension, and ongoing training with strong career progression. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating high‑pressure van pack jetting equipment.
• Experience using push‑rod CCTV drain camera systems.
• Experience with drain patch lining and basic no‑dig repair techniques.
• Experience operating electro‑mechanical cleaning machines and other industry‑standard drainage equipment.
• Ability to diagnose, clear and clean internal and external drainage systems.
• Ability to work safely and professionally in domestic and commercial environments.
• Excellent customer service skills and a high standard of workmanship.
• Positive, can‑do attitude and reliable, honest, professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate high‑pressure van pack jetting equipment, push‑rod CCTV drain camera systems, electro‑mechanical cleaning machines and other industry‑standard drainage equipment.
• Carry out drain patch lining and basic no‑dig repair techniques.
• Diagnose, clear and clean internal and external drainage systems.
• Work safely and professionally in domestic and commercial environments.
• Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining exceptional standards of workmanship.
• Work independently and as part of a wider professional team.
• Participate in the emergency call‑out rota.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Safe work practices

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Jetting equipment

CCTV drain camera

Patch lining equipment

Electro‑mechanical cleaning machines

Job description

Drainage Engineer

A great opportunity for an experienced Drainage Engineer with high‑pressure jetting, CCTV drain camera, patch lining and drainage repair experience to join a growing professional team. We also welcome candidates with experience as Drain Engineer, Drainage Technician, Drainage Service Engineer, CCTV Drainage Engineer, Drainage Maintenance Engineer, Drain Operative, Drain Jetting Engineer, Drainage Repair Engineer, or Drainage Specialist.

Job Overview

The company is looking for a full‑time Drainage Engineer to work across domestic and commercial properties throughout Oxfordshire. You will diagnose, clear, clean and repair internal and external drainage systems using specialist equipment, while delivering excellent customer service and high standards of workmanship. The role is varied, with no two days the same, offering strong earning potential, ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.

Duties

• Operate high‑pressure van pack jetting equipment, push‑rod CCTV drain camera systems, electro‑mechanical cleaning machines and other industry‑standard drainage equipment.
• Carry out drain patch lining and basic no‑dig repair techniques.
• Diagnose, clear and clean internal and external drainage systems.
• Work safely and professionally in domestic and commercial environments.
• Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining exceptional standards of workmanship.
• Work independently and as part of a wider professional team.
• Participate in the emergency call‑out rota.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience operating high‑pressure van pack jetting equipment.
• Experience using push‑rod CCTV drain camera systems.
• Experience with drain patch lining and basic no‑dig repair techniques.
• Experience operating electro‑mechanical cleaning machines and other industry‑standard drainage equipment.
• Ability to diagnose, clear and clean internal and external drainage systems.
• Ability to work safely and professionally in domestic and commercial environments.
• Excellent customer service skills and a high standard of workmanship.
• Positive, can‑do attitude and reliable, honest, professional approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Live within Oxfordshire or the surrounding counties.
• Willing to participate in the emergency call‑out rota.
• Enhanced DBS Check required.

Benefits

• Basic salary of £33,000 to £40,000 per annum.
• Uncapped commission scheme; typical earnings £50,000 to £60,000+.
• Additional performance bonuses and incentives.
• Fully equipped company van, fuel card, company mobile phone, full branded uniform.
• Health & safety equipment supplied.
• Company pension scheme.
• 29 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Paid birthday leave (Monday to Friday birthdays only).
• Flexible and varied role with ongoing training and career progression opportunities.