Drainage & Utilities Trainee Engineer in Taunton

Drainage & Utilities Trainee Engineer

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Contract: Permanent | Full-time | 40 hours per week

Pay: £12.50 per hour + enhanced overtime rates

Training: Full training and career development provided

About the Role

• Learn the fundamentals of drainage engineering alongside experienced engineers
• Assist with high-pressure water jetting of sewer and storm systems
• Support CCTV drainage inspections and surveys
• Operate specialist jetting and CCTV vehicles
• Carry out manual handling, site clean-ups, and debris removal
• Work in confined spaces (full training and certification provided)
• Support larger projects including tank and siphon cleaning
• Complete job and site records using a tablet
• Travel across varied sites; occasional working away may be required

About You

• Background in groundworks, labouring, construction, civils, utilities, or similar
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weathers
• Physically fit and enjoys hands-on work
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
• Positive \”can-do\” attitude with a willingness to learn
• Flexible approach to travel and occasional overnight stays
• Full clean UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK

Ready to retrain and build a skilled, long-term career?
Apply now or reach out to us for a confidential discussion