Reactive Drainage Engineer

Attega Group Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A drainage and plumbing service provider in Greater London is seeking a Reactive Drainage Engineer to handle emergency call-outs and quoted works. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in drainage and plumbing, along with proficiency in high-pressure water jetting. This full-time role involves attending site emergencies and performing maintenance inspections. A full UK driving license is required. Competitive salary and permanent contract offered.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in drainage and plumbing.
• Proficient in high-pressure water jetting techniques.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Attend reactive emergency call‑outs to clear internal above‑ground blockages.
• Identify configuration and design issues within internal drainage systems.
• Assist other plumbing operatives with quoted works.
• Undertake CCTV survey inspections.
• Utilise drainage and plumbing skills in internal systems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in high-pressure water jetting.

Skills

Drainage experience

Plumbing experience

High Pressure Water Jetting Ticket

Good Work Ethic

Job description

Reactive Drainage Engineer

Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum

Location: London

Type: Full time, Permanent, 50 hours per week (5am‑4pm, times may vary)

Do you have 3 years of experience in Drainage and Plumbing? Do you have experience with internals, externals and commercial drainage?

We are currently recruiting for a Reactive Drainage Engineer to join their team. The main purpose of this role is to play a crucial role within our reactive team, supporting reactive call‑outs and planned quoted works.

Responsibilities

• Attend reactive emergency call‑outs to clear internal above‑ground blockages, including soil stacks, float lines and small‑bore pipework.
• Identify configuration and design issues within internal drainage systems.
• Assist other plumbing operatives with quoted works, which include both small reactive works and large internal above‑ground drainage replacements.
• Undertake CCTV survey inspections, identifying defects, pipe condition, design issues and misconnections within underground and above‑ground drainage systems.
• Utilise your drainage and plumbing background to handle internal drainage, plumbing, and camera work.
• Demonstrate proficiency in high‑pressure water jetting techniques.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous drainage experience
• Plumbing experience
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good Work Ethic
• High Pressure Water Jetting Ticket

For more information on our Reactive Drainage Engineer role, please contact Tom in the Attega Group offices today.