Lining Engineer

Ipsum; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Performance bonus up to £10,000

20 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Refer a friend £1000

Retention bonus £2000

Company pension

Career development and qualifications

24/7 GP

Mental health support

Cycle to work

Employee discounts

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity pay

Long service awards

Paid volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Ipsum is seeking an experienced Lining Engineer to join our Midlands team, covering the STW region. You’ll carry out patching and repair work on drainage systems using specialist equipment, ensuring safe and compliant delivery of projects.

The role involves assessing pipe conditions, producing reports, and working with clients and internal teams. You’ll be on-site, with early starts and potential weekend work, and must have relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience on a patching rig and using a lining kit.
• Confined Space and Street Works certifications.
• Full UK Driving Licence and safe driving record.
• Experience in drainage, utilities or wastewater industries.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out patching work on drainage systems using RSM Sewertronics UV system.
• Assessing pipe conditions and identifying appropriate repair solutions.
• Producing accurate and high-quality reports and records of completed works.
• Working closely with clients and internal teams to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
• Ensuring all works are completed in line with health and safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Carrying out routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Acting as a key point of contact on site, maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Patching rig experience

Confined Space Certification

Water jetting

Water hygiene training

Banksperson training

Full UK Driving Licence

Attention to detail

Site leadership

Health & safety

Job description

Location: Covering STW region Contract: Full Time - Permanent Hours: Monday - Friday with overtime opportunities available

We’re looking for an experienced Lining Engineer to join our growing Midlands team!

You’ll be helping to deliver essential drainage rehabilitation works, carrying out patching and repair activity that keeps critical water networks operating efficiently. You’ll use specialist equipment and techniques to diagnose issues, complete repairs and provide long-lasting solutions for our customers.

What’s in it for you?

When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job. You’re becoming part of a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and rewards your hard work:

• Competitive Salary with overtime opportunities
• Performance Bonus Scheme - an opportunity to increase your earning potential up to an additional £10,000*
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy up to 5 additional days
• Know someone great? Refer them to us and receive a £1000 for every referral*
• Retention Bonus - build your career with us and we’ll give you an additional £2000*
• Company Pension Scheme
• Career development and funded professional qualifications
• 24/7 virtual GP access
• Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee discount platform with savings on supermarkets, gyms, mobile phones and more
• Life Assurance cover
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long Service Awards
• Paid volunteering opportunities

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Lining Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:

• Carrying out patching work on drainage systems using RSM Sewertronics UV system
• Assessing pipe conditions and identifying appropriate repair solutions
• Producing accurate and high-quality reports and records of completed works
• Working closely with clients and internal teams to deliver projects safely and efficiently
• Ensuring all works are completed in line with health and safety, quality and environmental standards
• Carrying out routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks
• Acting as a key point of contact on site, maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

We operate a 24/7 service, so you will need to be flexible with early starts, weekend working and out of hours working across the UK.

What we’re looking for:

Ideally, you’ll bring previous experience in a similar role, a safety-focused approach to work as well as:

• Previous experience working on a patching rig, using a lining kit and cutting equipment.
• Confined Space & Street Works certifications
• High pressure water jetting, water hygiene and banksperson training
• Experience within drainage, utilities or wastewater industry
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Fantastic attention to detail, with the ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to lead site activities and maintain high standards of safety, quality and performance

So, what’s next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will work with the hiring manager to review candidates and arrange interviews - so keep an eye on your phone!

If you’re successful, you’ll spend your first two days in our Leicester office, getting to meet our Operational Development team who will guide you through your induction and set you up for a great start with us!

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