Pump/Drainage Engineer

Severn Trent Services; Essex; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water treatment provider is seeking a Pump/Drainage Engineer in Essex to install and maintain vacuum drainage systems. Responsibilities include service, diagnostics, and providing technical support to clients. Candidates should have hands-on experience with pumping systems and strong mechanical skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, company van, and career progression opportunities in a specialist market.

Benefits

Competitive salary + overtime rates

Company van, tools, and uniform

Ongoing product and technical training

Career progression

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience with vacuum or drainage pumping systems.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills (diagnostics, repair, installations).
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain vacuum drainage systems and associated pumps.
• Carry out diagnostics, fault finding, and repairs.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance across customer sites.

Skills

Hands-on experience with vacuum or drainage pumping systems

Strong mechanical and electrical skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Job Title

Pump/Drainage Engineer

Location

Essex

Salary

£32,000 - £37,000

Company

Severn Trent Services

Company Overview

Lakeside Water, now part of Severn Trent Services, has delivered comprehensive water treatment solutions since 1998. Based in Cambridgeshire, Lakeside offers end-to-end services in water treatment, legionella control, and compliance, combining local expertise with the strength of a leading UK water company.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain vacuum drainage systems and associated pumps.
• Carry out diagnostics, fault finding, and repairs to ensure systems run reliably and efficiently.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across customer sites.
• Provide technical support and advice to clients, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Participate in call‑out rota as part of the service team.

Qualifications

• Proven hands‑on experience with vacuum or drainage pumping systems.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills (diagnostics, repair, installations).
• Knowledge of vacuum drainage applications (commercial buildings, transport hubs, hospitals, etc.) highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• A self‑motivated engineer with excellent problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + overtime rates.
• Company van, tools, and uniform.
• Ongoing product and technical training in vacuum systems.
• Career progression in a specialist market.
• Pension scheme and other company benefits.

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