Drainage Engineer

Phosters FM; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities maintenance company in Reading is seeking a skilled Drainage Maintenance Engineer. The role involves planned maintenance and repair tasks, including jetting drains and servicing pump stations. The successful candidate will work across various client sites, requiring flexibility for travel and some overnight stays. A background in plumbing and experience in drainage are advantageous. Competitive salary based on experience offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with blockages in both internal and external drainage.
• Must be physically fit and able to perform heavy lifting.
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Identifying new business opportunities.
• Carrying out site visits and surveys.
• Liaising with internal teams for project delivery.
• Conducting underground utility surveys including drainage.

Skills

Drainage maintenance experience

Plumbing experience

Digital equipment proficiency

Job description

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Drainage Maintenance Engineer to cover Planned maintenance which will include Jetting drains, interceptor servicing, pump station inspection, patch lining, using crawler units, coding and dealing with dilapidation, cleaning gullies and ACO's as well as maintaining / repairing urinals and toilets.

The ideal candidate will also have experience of dealing with blockages on both internal and external drainage in a reactive capacity. This is a mobile position; therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to work across a magnitude of our client's sites across a variety of industries, there will be travel and some overnight stays.

This role would suit candidates with several years' experience across the spectrum of the drainage and environmental compliance or maintenance sector. Must be capable to work individually or as part of a team. You'll need to enjoy working outdoors in all weather and you must be physically fit as the job involves some heavy lifting and working in confined spaces.

Requirements:

• Experience in plumbing would be an advantage.
• Good abilities with digital equipment required.
• Experience working with local Water Authorities would be desirable.
• Salary is based on experience and technical ability.

Responsibilities:

• Identifying new business opportunities
• Building relationships with clients
• Carry out site visits and surveys, planned and reactive works
• Maintaining and developing relationships with current clients
• Pitching services and solutions to new and existing clients
• Liaising internally to ensure effective delivery of complex projects
• Possessing an understanding of Phosters services
• Adhere to all company standards including health, safety, quality and environmental
• Complete core on site detecting and mapping activities required for underground utility surveys including drainage and other utility surveys and topographical base plans.
• Sourcing, studying, and interpreting existing drawings and building specifications to identify any existing layouts for pipes and drainage systems.
• Carry out research using equipment such as CCTV camera and CAT scanning equipment
• Complete field surveys
• Work to a high level of accuracy and be able to write and review technical reports to a high specification.
• Compiling recommendations for further works based on site surveys and liaising with other engineers, contract managers and our business development team to follow up on opportunities identified.
• Reporting to client project managers with professionalism
• Assist with coaching and training of new colleagues.
• Ad-hoc duties as requested by Management and Operational teams.

About Us:

Phosters (FM) Ltd are fast-paced dynamic facilities maintenance company who operates nationwide, providing nearly 30,000 service visits to properties and sites across the United Kingdom.

We provide a comprehensive facilities maintenance service to meet the diverse needs of our clients, through our dedicated team of professionals.

We are a company who values professionalism and fosters a culture of opportunity for growth and development. The people we employ define who we are, and we recognise that no individual is the same that's why we are keen to continue to invest and upskill our workforce.

We have an extensive training programme for all employees to encourage continuous professional development to progress within the company.

Equal Opportunities: Phosters is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.