Sewer Blockage & CCTV Field Engineer

McAllister; Newry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mc Allister A Vortex Company is seeking a Drainage Operative to join our growing team. You will safeguard environmental safety and health by maintaining the integrity of our subterranean sewer network and ensuring it is reliable, compliant and fit for purpose while minimising disruption to communities.

You will operate and maintain drainage equipment, perform CCTV surveys, handle confined space entries, and work shifts including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays on an emergency standby rota.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a field-based drainage role.
• Knowledge in confined space entry, cleaning sewer lines, and construction safety.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills and a proven track record in customer service.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Take full accountability for safe deployment and maintenance of drainage fleet and equipment.
• Perform routine pre-start asset checks and cleaning protocols.
• Execute reactive and planned maintenance across the sewer network.
• Clear blockages, manage environmental safety, and conduct bio-hazard clean-ups.
• Operate CCTV pipeline inspection cameras and log defects.
• Conduct confined-space entries for inspections.
• Adhere to health and safety, lone-working protocols, and standby rota.

Skills

Field-based drainage experience

Confined space entry

Sewer cleaning

Communication skills

Driver's license

Job description

Mc Allister A Vortex Company is seeking a Drainage Operative to join our growing team. You will safeguard environmental safety and health by maintaining the integrity of our subterranean sewer network and ensuring it is reliable, compliant and fit for purpose while minimising disruption to communities.

You will operate and maintain drainage equipment, perform CCTV surveys, handle confined space entries, and work shifts including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays on an emergency standby rota.