Plumbing & Drainage Engineer

Metro Rod; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Rod is hiring a Plumbing & Drainage Engineer to join their team in Southend-on-Sea. This full-time position requires expertise in plumbing and a willingness to learn drainage. The ideal candidate will enjoy benefits including personal development opportunities, a pension scheme, and additional training.

Benefits

Branded uniform

Ongoing health, safety, and skills training

Discounts at major retailers

Company pension

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Double pay for Sunday hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years plumbing experience.
• DBS check or willingness to obtain.
• HPWJ, CST, and NRSWA certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of plumbing fixtures.
• Clearing blockages and repairing drainage systems.
• Work on a rota including every 4th weekend.

Skills

Plumbing

Drainage

Health and Safety

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 Plumbing

Tools

CSCS Card

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Plumbing and Drainage Engineer

Metrorod South East Anglia

Essex and Suffolk area

£28,000 - £30,000 DOE per annum plus benefits

Full time, permanent

Evening & On-call

Metro Rod works with clients like Tesco, Marks and Spencer, Mitie, Clarion, Axa, Wetherspoons, and others in FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial, and Leisure sectors. Established in 1983, Metro Rod is a leading provider of drain clearance and maintenance services across the UK, part of Franchise Brands.

We are seeking an experienced Plumber interested in learning drainage to fulfill a dual role. Responsibilities include installation and maintenance of plumbing fixtures, clearing blockages, and repairing drainage systems.

**Requirements:**
- NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 Plumbing or equivalent
- HPWJ, CST, and NRSWA certifications (refresher courses available)
- DBS check or willingness to obtain
- Full UK driving license
- Willingness to work on a rota including every 4th weekend and bank holidays
- CSCS Card
- Minimum 2 years plumbing experience

**Benefits:**
- Personal development opportunities
- Branded uniform
- Ongoing health, safety, and skills training
- Benefits scheme (discounts at Tesco, ASOS, Just Eat, Pizza Hut, Green King, and more)
- Company pension
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Double pay for Sunday hours

**Additional Information:**
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Industry: Construction