Plumbing and Drainage Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Plumbing and Drainage Engineer to deliver high-quality drainage solutions across various sites in London and surrounding areas. In this full-time role, you'll handle diverse drainage tasks using specialist equipment, ensuring compliance and safety. Ideal candidates will have practical experience and relevant certifications, along with a commitment to teamwork and communication.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus option to buy more

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development support

Access to virtual GP and mental health services

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club for groceries and gyms

Life assurance cover

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Long service recognition

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Practical experience in drainage or utilities.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Willingness to train in high-pressure water jetting.

Responsibilities

• Operating specialist drainage equipment for repairs.
• Diagnosing drainage issues and proposing solutions.
• Completing safety checks and reporting.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Water Jetting Certification

Confined Space Entry Qualification

Job description

Plumbing and Drainage Engineer

Can be based across London, and Southern and Northern Home Counties

What's in it for you...
When you join Ipsum, you're not just taking a job - you're starting a career with real support behind it. We're big on professional development, wellbeing, and creating a place where people enjoy coming to work.

You'll get:

• 28 days annual leave (plus the option to buy more)
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development with support to earn industry qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP, mental health & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - from groceries to gyms
• Life assurance cover
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long service recognition
• Paid volunteering days in your community
• Local social committees and regular team events

About the role...
We're growing our drainage engineering teams and looking for practical, hands-on people to join us. This is a full-time, permanent role working across a range of sites - commercial, residential, rail, and utilities - delivering high-quality drainage solutions and maintenance services.

No two days will be the same. One day you might be repairing a drainage pipe using UV lining technology, the next, you're carrying out high-pressure jetting to keep systems flowing efficiently.

You'll work flexibly, including some nights and weekends, to support the demands of a 24/7 network.

What you'll be doing...

• Operating specialist drainage equipment, including high-pressure water jets, lining systems, and electro-mechanical machines
• Carrying out patch repairs, jetting, blockage clearance, and drain maintenance
• Completing safety checks and reports in line with company and legal standards (e.g., LOLER, PUWER)
• Diagnosing drainage issues and proposing effective solutions
• Accurately documenting work carried out and reporting findings
• Liaising with clients and colleagues to plan work and solve problems
• Maintaining and checking equipment before and after use
• Ensuring all work complies with health, safety, environmental and quality policies

About you...
You'll bring some practical experience in drainage or utilities, and you're confident using a range of equipment and tools. You're a strong communicator with a problem-solving mindset and a team-first approach.

You'll need:

• A full UK driving licence
• Certification in high-pressure water jetting (or willingness to train)
• Confined space entry qualification (or willingness to train)
• Water Jetting certified
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including occasional nights and weekends

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Next steps...

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to [e-mail] for more info!