Senior Drainage Engineer

Seprail; Widnes, York, Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to lead a dynamic team in the utilities sector. This pivotal role involves overseeing high-pressure jetting and CCTV surveying operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and mentoring a team of engineers. The position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on drainage projects and emergency responses. If you're a technically skilled professional with a passion for leadership and collaboration, this role is perfect for you. Join a company that values personal development and offers a tailored training plan to enhance your skills and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Tailored training plan

Rapid career progression

Overtime pay for extra hours

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a senior drainage engineer required.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills essential for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-pressure jetting operations and supervise CCTV surveying.
• Train and mentor drainage engineers while ensuring safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

High-risk confined space and rescue training

High-pressure water jetting certification

First Aid certification

Tools

High-pressure jetting units

CCTV surveying equipment

Patch lining equipment

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Senior Drainage Engineer to join our dynamic team within the utilities industry.

This pivotal role requires a professional with extensive experience in high-pressure jetting, CCTV surveying, patch lining, and confined space operations, including rescue. A strong understanding of drainage and sewer systems, alongside knowledge of industry best practices, is essential to ensure the successful and safe completion of projects to the highest standard.

As a Senior Drainage Engineer, you will play a key role in resolving project and equipment challenges, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining operational excellence. You will lead a team of engineers, providing mentorship and hands-on support, and will work closely with other departments to coordinate activities and ensure a swift response to drainage projects and emergencies.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the utilities industry. If you are a technically skilled professional with strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and a passion for inspiring others, we encourage you to apply.

Your contributions will be vital to exceeding client expectations and upholding our commitment to delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee high-pressure jetting operations to clear blockages, cleanse pipework, and maintain drainage systems.
• Supervise CCTV surveying operations, working closely with the jetting team to ensure accurate inspections and assessments.
• Manage the installation of patch liners and other remedial solutions.
• Plan, oversee, and safely execute deep and complex confined space entries, including rescue operations.
• Provide expertise in pipework remedials such as civil engineering, robotic cutting, and lining.
• Conduct regular site inspections and assess the performance of teams and equipment.
• Train, mentor, and supervise drainage engineers, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational best practices.
• Collaborate with project managers and other departments to efficiently schedule and coordinate drainage works.
• Respond promptly to emergency drainage situations, minimising disruption to services.
• Possess knowledge of a wide range of jetting units, survey units, and other remedial and safety equipment.
• Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and that operatives have the necessary tools and training.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience as a senior drainage engineer, with extensive knowledge of drainage services and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop others.
• Valid UK driving licence and the ability to operate commercial vehicles, such as jetting vans.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure during emergencies.
• Comprehensive health and safety awareness, with knowledge of industry standards in utilities operations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with team members and clients.
• Current training and certifications are highly desirable, including:
• High-risk confined space and rescue.
• High-pressure water jetting.
• NRAWSA Unit 2.
• First Aid.
• CSCS.
• SSSTS.
• OS19X.

What we offer

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience).
• A tailored training plan to support your professional development, with access to new technology to keep you at the forefront of the ecological consultancy industry.
• Opportunity for rapid career progression in a company that values personal development and team well-being.
• Collaboration with an experienced team and the chance to lead high-impact, emergency response projects.
• Should you ever work outside of contracted hours, it goes without saying that overtime pay will be arranged.

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