Trainee Drainage Engineer

Country Dreams Radio & Gaming; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drainage service provider in Plymouth is seeking a Trainee Drainage Engineer. You will work alongside experienced engineers to carry out drainage surveys, learn maintenance strategies, and operate equipment. Ideal candidates should have a strong interest in civil engineering and good communication skills. This is a permanent full-time role with training provided.

Benefits

£12.25 per hour - weekly pay

21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Death in service

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points).
• Strong interest in drainage, utilities, or civil engineering.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all conditions.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers about scheduled works.
• Assist in identifying drainage issues including blockages.
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment.
• Support CCTV inspections of underground pipes.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Hands-on approach

Basic computer skills

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee Drainage Engineer to join our team working out of our Plymouth Depot.

You'll be working alongside experienced engineers to carry out surveys of drainage systems, learning how to assess conditions, identify defects, and support maintenance and repair strategies.

This is a Permanent full time role, Monday to Friday 40 hours per week.

What We Offer

• £12.25 per hour - weekly pay
• 21 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Death in service
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to work with a leading water utility network

As a Trainee Drainage Engineer, You Will

• Communicate with customers about scheduled works and address any concerns.
• Assist in identifying drainage issues, including blockages, structural defects, infiltration, and root ingress.
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clean and clear drains, sewers, and pipework.
• Remove waste materials and prevent build-up in wastewater systems.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance to ensure readiness.
• Support CCTV inspections to assess the condition of underground pipes and sewers.
• Assist in emergency response situations, including flooding and urgent drainage issues.
• Learn to complete job sheets, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS) under supervision.

About You

• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points)
• A strong interest in drainage, utilities, or civil engineering
• A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer skills and a desire to learn new software

The Lanes Group plc comprises a range of established service providers and subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes by both work type and geography, increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.

Strictly no agencies please

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