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Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime 1.5x pay

Company vehicle

Paid travel time

Training & career progression

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Commercial and Domestic Drainage Engineer to join a leading drainage maintenance and facilities services provider. The role covers the South West and Midlands, including Bournemouth, Southampton, Bath, Bristol, and surrounding areas.

You will handle reactive and planned maintenance for commercial and domestic drainage systems, perform HPWJ, CCTV surveys, de-scaling, and minor plumbing tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years' experience in drainage, plumbing or wastewater maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of drainage systems and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Experience with CCTV drainage inspection systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and reactive drainage call-outs across the region.
• Carry out high-pressure water jetting and drainage clearance works.
• Perform CCTV drain surveys, inspections, and fault diagnosis.
• Undertake de-scaling, root cutting and blockage removal.
• Assist and mentor junior drainage engineers on site.

Skills

Drainage experience

CCTV surveys

HPWJ

Driving licence (UK)

Independent working

Mentoring juniors

Tools

HPWJ equipment

CCTV inspection tools

Drainage diagnostic tools

Job description

Commercial and Domestic Drainage Engineer

Overtime: Paid at 1.5x standard rate

Benefits: Company vehicle, paid travel time, training & career progression

Vector is currently recruiting for an experienced Drainage Engineer to join a leading drainage maintenance and facilities services provider operating across

Covering: Bournemouth, Southampton, Bath, Bristol, Gloucester, Worcester and South Wales

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer with strong experience in drainage clearance, CCTV drain surveys, high-pressure water jetting, and de-scaling services.

Drainage Engineer Job Overview We are seeking a reliable and experienced Drainage Engineer / Drainage Technician to support both commercial and domestic drainage systems, delivering high-quality reactive and planned maintenance services.

This role is ideal for someone confident working independently, as well as supporting and mentoring junior engineers in the field.

• Respond to emergency and reactive drainage call-outs across the South West / Midlands region
• Carry out high-pressure water jetting (HPWJ) and drainage clearance works
• Perform CCTV drain surveys, inspections, and fault diagnosis
• Undertake de-scaling, root cutting, and blockage removal
• Complete minor basic plumbing works, including:
• Toilet and urinal removal/replacement
• Isolation valve installation and repairs
• Support and mentor junior drainage engineers
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards

Requirements – Drainage Engineer

• Minimum 3+ years' experience in drainage, plumbing, or wastewater maintenance
• Strong knowledge of drainage systems and electro-mechanical equipment
• Experience with CCTV drainage inspection systems
• Competent in HPWJ (High Pressure Water Jetting) and related tools
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 penalty points preferred)
• Strong problem-solving skills and professional attitude
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
• On-call rota included
• Paid travel time for all jobs

Benefits Package

• Overtime paid at 1.5x standard rate
• Fully equipped company vehicle provided
• Paid travel time
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing business