HGV Drainage Engineer

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; West Yoke; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A drainage specialist company is seeking an HGV Drainage Engineer in New Ash Green, Kent. The ideal candidate should have an HGV Class 2 licence, experience with drainage tankers, and the ability to work hands-on in a rail environment. The role includes driving tankers, performing maintenance tasks, and requires passing a drug test. Competitive pay starting at £39,000 annually with overtime opportunities is available.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 2 licence and CPC.
• Experience in operating drainage tankers is essential.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test is required.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate tankers and combi units.
• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance.
• Perform tankering, jetting, and cleaning tasks.

Skills

Experience with drainage tankers

Flexibility to work overtime

Physically fit

Education

Valid HGV Class 2 licence

CPC certification

Tools

Tankers

Combi Units

High-Pressure Water Jetting (HPWJ)

Job description

HGV Drainage Engineer

Location: New Ash Green, Kent

Pay: £39,000 - £41,600 per annum + overtime at time and a half

Hours: Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

Are you an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver with drainage experience looking for your next career move? Vector Recruitment Solutions are working with a Kent based Drainage Specialist to hire HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineers to join their expanding team. This position will include working within a rail environment and therefore there will be regular drug and alcohol testing.

The Role

• Drive and operate Tankers, Combi Units and/or Recyclers.
• Mainly consisting of rail works, however may also include commercial and water board clients carrying out planned and reactive maintenance.
• Carry out tankering, jetting, interceptor cleaning, wet well cleaning, lining and confined space work.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence and CPC (HGV Class 1 desirable).
• Pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Proven experience driving and operating drainage tankers and/or combi units.
• Physically fit and willing to carry out hands‑on drainage work.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekend shifts.
• Additional skills desirable: PTS, Streetworks, HPWJ (High‑Pressure Water Jetting), Confined Space.

Hours and Pay

• Monday to Friday, 6am - 4pm.
• Overtime and weekend work available.
• £15 - £16 per hour (DOE).
• Overtime at time and a half.

If you're a skilled HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineer ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply today or call Lauren for a confidential chat about the role.