Drainage Engineer Jobs in Reading and the Thames Valley

SR PLUMBING NW LTD; Reading; Vor Ort; GBP 36.000 - 44.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company van for work appointments

Uniform supplied

Permanent full-time position

Additional hours available when workload allows

Zusammenfassung

SR Plumbing NW LTD is seeking a Drainage Engineer based in Reading to cover the Thames Valley. The role includes addressing blockages and repair work, emphasizing a practical and customer-focused approach.

Successful candidates will have hands-on experience in drainage work, a full UK driving license, and confidence using specialized drainage equipment. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 along with company benefits such as a van and uniform.

Qualifikationen

• Practical experience in drainage engineering or multi-skilled roles.
• Confidence in diagnosing and resolving common blockages.
• Ability to utilize drainage tools effectively.
• Professional and tidy approach to work.
• Capability to work on urgent tasks without supervision.

Aufgaben

• Attend to domestic and light commercial drainage jobs.
• Utilize equipment to diagnose and clear drainage issues.
• Conduct drainage repairs and maintenance.
• Provide clear explanations and advice to customers.
• Keep detailed job notes and updates.
• Manage urgent reactive jobs efficiently.

Kenntnisse

Practical experience as a drainage engineer

Confidence clearing blockages

Experience using drainage equipment

Customer-conscious working style

Ability to manage appointments independently

Ausbildung

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Jetting equipment

CCTV inspection tools

Jobbeschreibung

SR Plumbing is recruiting a Drainage Engineer to support customers across Reading and the Thames Valley.

The role covers blocked drains, drainage repairs, recurring drainage issues and reactive appointments. We are looking for someone practical, reliable and comfortable explaining findings clearly to customers.

Responsibilities

• Attend domestic and light commercial drainage jobs, including blockages, slow-draining fixtures and external drainage issues.
• Use appropriate equipment to diagnose and clear drainage problems safely.
• Carry out practical drainage repair and maintenance work where required.
• Explain findings clearly to customers and recommend sensible next steps.
• Take photos, write clear job notes and keep the office updated on follow-on work.
• Manage urgent reactive jobs while keeping workmanship tidy and professional.
• Represent SR Plumbing professionally in the local area you cover.

Requirements

• Practical experience as a drainage engineer or multi-skilled engineer handling drainage work.
• Confidence clearing common blockages and identifying recurring drainage problems.
• Experience using drainage equipment such as rods, jetting equipment or CCTV inspection tools.
• Full UK driving licence.
• A tidy, reliable and customer-conscious way of working.
• Ability to manage reactive appointments without close supervision.

Desirable experience

• High-pressure water jetting experience.
• CCTV drainage survey or inspection experience.
• Experience with domestic and light commercial drainage work.

What success looks like

• Attend drainage appointments prepared and on time.
• Clear common blockages safely and efficiently.
• Identify recurring drainage issues and recommend sensible follow-on work.
• Keep work areas tidy and customers informed.
• Complete job notes and photos accurately.

Benefits

• £40,000 basic starting salary.
• Company van for work appointments.
• Uniform supplied.
• Permanent full-time position.
• Work focused around agreed regional areas.
• Office support with booking information and customer notes.
• Additional hours available when workload allows.

Location and working pattern

Covering Reading and the Thames Valley and agreed nearby service areas for drainage appointments.

Full-time mobile role with booked drainage appointments, urgent blockage work and occasional call-out demand.

How to apply

Apply below with details of your drainage experience, equipment experience and the type of drainage work you are strongest at.