Trainee Drainage Technician

Coinford Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A drainage services company in Sittingbourne is seeking an assistant to support drainage technicians. Responsibilities include assisting with CCTV surveys, operating jetting equipment, and maintaining records. The ideal candidate should have GCSEs in Maths and English, practical skills, and a willingness to learn. Competitive rates and training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Commitment to fair and competitive rates

Opportunities for additional contracts

Access to further training

Qualifications

• Eagerness to learn and develop technical knowledge.
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards).
• Good practical skills and willingness to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Assist drainage technician with CCTV drainage surveys.
• Operate jetting equipment under supervision.
• Support the use of surveying tools and software.

Skills

Good communication skills

Practical skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist drainage technician with CCTV drainage surveys to identify blockages, defects and structural issues.
• Operate jetting equipment under supervision to clear and maintain drainage systems.
• Support the use of specialist surveying tools and software to record drainage conditions.
• Learn to interpret drainage drawings, site plans and as-built records.
• Assist in preparing accurate survey reports and maintenance records.
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures in line with company policy and legislation.
• Keep tools, vehicles and equipment clean, safe and ready for use.
• Communicate effectively with site supervisors, engineers and other team members.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties to support the drainage technician and groundworks teams.
  
  

Cards & Qualifications Required

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Good practical skills and willingness to work outdoors in all weather.
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical knowledge.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards).
  
  

Desirable

• CSCS Labourer Card.
• Awareness of drainage systems or civil engineering processes.
• Basic mechanical or engineering knowledge.
  
  

We do have high standards for the work carried out on our sites, and in exchange, we offer:

• A commitment to fair and competitive rates
• Opportunities for additional contracts on prospective projects
• Access to further training, as required by specific site need