Drainage Jetting Engineer - Field Tech, Outdoors & Growth

Ipsum; Haydock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 20 days + BH

Option to buy extra holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & qualifications

GP access 24/7 & mental health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club (supermarkets, phones,gy

Life assurance

Long service recognition

Enhanced maternity pay

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Ipsum is seeking a Jetting Engineer to join our drainage team in Haydock. You will operate high-spec Jetvac units for gully cleaning, desilting and blockage clearance across a range of clients in the region.

The role is hands-on, outdoor, and involves using Ipsum Live to manage jobs in real time. The ideal candidate is experienced in jetting operations, holds a driving licence, and is prepared for flexible hours, including early starts and occasional out-of-hours work.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• High pressure water jetting certification.
• Confined Space Entry Level 2 or above.
• Manual Handling & First Aid.
• IT literacy and willingness to use digital job systems.
• Strong team ethic and flexible working attitude.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate jetting and suction equipment.
• Tow jetting equipment when required.
• Carry out gully cleaning, desilt, root cutting and drainage clearance.
• Respond to reactive works including blockages.
• Complete suction activities and support drainage operations.
• Use Ipsum Live for job tracking, safety reporting and updates.
• Ensure all works are carried out safely and in line with policy.
• Maintain clear communication with the drainage team and supervisors.
• Be flexible with early starts, weekends and out-of-hours work.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Jetting certification

Confined Space Entry Level 2

Manual handling & First Aid

IT literacy

Team player

Education

NRSWA Streetworks

Smart Awards SA002/MT003

Tools

Jetvac units

Ipsum Live

Job description

Ipsum is seeking a Jetting Engineer to join our drainage team in Haydock. You will operate high-spec Jetvac units for gully cleaning, desilting and blockage clearance across a range of clients in the region.

The role is hands-on, outdoor, and involves using Ipsum Live to manage jobs in real time. The ideal candidate is experienced in jetting operations, holds a driving licence, and is prepared for flexible hours, including early starts and occasional out-of-hours work.