Drainage Engineer

Phosters FM; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic facilities maintenance company in the UK is seeking a skilled Drainage Maintenance Engineer. This mobile role requires expertise in drainage systems and plumbing, involving travel and site visits across various industries. Successful candidates will work both independently and collaboratively, ensuring high standards in maintenance and client interaction.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in drainage or maintenance sectors.
• Experience dealing with internal and external blockages.
• Proficiency with digital equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and surveys for planned and reactive works.
• Utilize equipment for underground utility surveys.
• Adhere to health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Drainage systems

Teamwork

Plumbing

Tools

CCTV cameras

CAT scanning tools

Job description

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Drainage Maintenance Engineer to cover planned maintenance activities, including jetting drains, interceptor servicing, pump station inspection, patch lining using crawler units, coding, dealing with dilapidation, cleaning gullies and ACOs, as well as maintaining and repairing urinals and toilets. The ideal candidate will also have experience dealing with blockages in both internal and external drainage systems in a reactive capacity.

This is a mobile position; therefore, the successful candidate will work across various client sites in different industries, involving travel and some overnight stays. The role suits candidates with several years of experience in drainage, environmental compliance, or maintenance sectors. Candidates must be able to work independently or as part of a team, enjoy outdoor work in all weather conditions, and be physically fit, as the job involves heavy lifting and working in confined spaces.

Requirements:

• Experience in plumbing is advantageous.
• Proficiency with digital equipment required.
• Experience working with local Water Authorities is desirable.
• Salary is based on experience and technical ability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Identify new business opportunities.
2. Build and maintain relationships with clients.
3. Conduct site visits and surveys for planned and reactive works.
4. Maintain and develop relationships with current clients.
5. Pitch services and solutions to clients.
6. Coordinate with internal teams to ensure effective project delivery.
7. Understand Phosters' services.
8. Adhere to all health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
9. Perform underground utility surveys, including drainage and other utilities, and create topographical base plans.
10. Interpret existing drawings and building specifications for pipe and drainage layouts.
11. Utilize equipment such as CCTV cameras and CAT scanning tools for research.
12. Complete field surveys accurately and produce technical reports.
13. Make recommendations for further work based on survey findings, liaising with engineers, contract managers, and business development teams.
14. Report professionally to client project managers.
15. Assist in coaching and training new colleagues.
16. Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by management and operational teams.
17. This role requires travel and occasional overnight stays.

About Us:

Phosters (FM) Ltd is a fast-paced, dynamic facilities maintenance company operating nationwide, providing nearly 30,000 service visits across the UK. We offer comprehensive maintenance services through our dedicated team of professionals.

We value professionalism and foster a culture of growth and development. We invest in our workforce through extensive training and continuous professional development opportunities.

Additional Information:

Applicants must possess the necessary documentation to work in the UK; Phosters does not sponsor visas. All roles are subject to DBS/Security checks. To drive a company vehicle, applicants must be over 21, have at least 6 months of driving experience, hold a full UK driving license, and have no more than 9 points on their license.