Drainage Engineer - Glasgow

HomeServe UK; Walsall; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Pension scheme with income protection

33 days holiday (buy/sell options)

Tools, uniform & PPE provided

Training & development

Job summary

HomeServe is seeking a Drainage Engineer to diagnose and fix drainage issues in customers’ homes. You will clear blockages with high-pressure water jetting and inspect systems to identify root causes, delivering high standards of service.

The role is field-based, offers a competitive package, and includes a guaranteed £1,500 bonus in year one, plus overtime, pension, and generous holiday options. Training starts at our Walsall Head Office before field work in Glasgow.

Qualifications

• HPWJ ticket is required.
• Full UK driving licence with max 6 penalty points.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems on site.
• Positive, proactive approach to your work.

Responsibilities

• Clear blockages using HPWJ equipment.
• Investigate drainage problems and identify root causes.
• Carry out repairs to domestic drainage systems.
• Manage jobs independently while delivering excellent customer service.
• Represent HomeServe in customers’ homes with professionalism.

Skills

HPWJ ticket

Driving licence

Independence

Problem solving

Job description

Join HomeServe as a Drainage Engineer and play a vital role in keeping our customers’ homes running smoothly.

• Location: Glasgow
• Salary: £33,220 - £37,810 (depending on experience) + £1,500 guaranteed bonus in your first year
• Hours: You will average 40 hours per week (including evenings, weekends and bank holidays)

What you’ll be doing

As a Drainage Engineer, you’ll be working in customer’s homes diagnosing and resolving drainage issues.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Clearing blockages using high-pressure water jetting (HPWJ) equipment
• Investigating drainage problems and identifying root causes
• Carrying out repairs to domestic drainage systems
• Managing jobs independently while delivering excellent customer service
• Representing HomeServe in customers’ homes with professionalism and care

This is a field-based role where no two days are the same, giving you variety and autonomy in your work.

What you’ll get

HomeServe offers a competitive package designed to support you both at work and at home:

• Competitive salary + £1,500 guaranteed bonus (year one)
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Pension scheme with income protection
• 33 days holiday (buy/sell options)
• All tools, uniform & PPE provided
• Access to industry-leading training & ongoing development
• Free HomeServe Cover 8 policy
• Smart tech salary sacrifice (Ikea/Currys)

About You

What we’re looking for

• HPWJ (High Pressure Water Jetting) ticket
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 penalty points)
• Ability to work independently and solve problems on site
• A positive, proactive approach to your work

Training and support

We’ll give you everything you need to succeed from day one:

• Week 1: Classroom-based induction Monday to Friday at our Walsall Head Office
• Week 2: On-the-job training alongside an experienced HomeServe Drainage Engineer

(Where required, we will pay for your accommodation and meal allowance for your induction).

At HomeServe you’ll be part of an open, engaged culture where everyone has an equal voice and the opportunity to get involved, as well as make a real difference in our customers’ lives.You’ll work in a fun, friendly and inclusive environment where people understand the value of their contribution to our goals and are encouraged to recognise a job well done.

We give you the tools, training, and support to do your job well and take pride in helping customers when they need it most.

About Us

HomeServe has got over 30 years' experience taking care of the nation’s homes. From home emergency cover to one-off repairs, we’re here 24/7. Whether it’s plumbing, drainage, heating or electrics, our home experts are ready to get the job done.