Senior CCTV Drainage Engineer
Salary: £17.50-£18.50 per hour (£36,400-£38,480 basic)
Average Earnings: £50,000-£60,000+ per annum
Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Hours: Monday-Friday | 40 hours per week | Day Shift with Flexible Start & Finish Times
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x hourly rate after 40 hours
Callout Rota: 1 in 5 paid at £135-£150 per week + callout bonus
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
A well-established engineering services company is seeking an experienced Senior CCTV Drainage Engineer to carry out detailed CCTV drainage surveys, inspections, fault diagnostics, and reporting across commercial, industrial, and utility-sector clients.
This role is ideal for an experienced CCTV Drainage Engineer looking to develop into a senior technical or management position. The company invests heavily in professional development, offering manufacturer-led equipment training, funded industry qualifications, and clearly defined progression routes into Lead Engineer, Survey Management, and Project Management positions. With excellent overtime availability, structured career development, and industry-leading benefits, this opportunity offers both immediate earning potential and long-term career progression.
Expected Earnings
- Overtime Hours
£17.50/hr Base Rate
£18.50/hr Base Rate - Basic Salary (40hrs)
£36,400
£38,480 - + 5 Hours OT Per Week
£43,225
£45,825 - + 10 Hours OT Per Week
£50,050
£53,170 - + 15 Hours OT Per Week
£56,875
£60,515
Figures exclude callout payments and callout bonuses, which can further increase annual earnings.
Benefits
- 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (30 days total)
- Annual leave paid at an average of hours and overtime worked
- Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
- Callout payments of £135-£150 per week when on rota
- Additional callout bonuses (average £2,000+ per annum)
- Consistent overtime available throughout the year
- Company pension scheme
- Private healthcare
- Life assurance (4x/5x salary)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to private medical appointments
- High street discounts and vouchers across major UK retailers
- Clear training and development pathways
- Progression opportunities into Lead CCTV Engineer, Senior Survey Manager, Project Manager, and Regional Operations roles
- Manufacturer-certified training on the latest CCTV crawler systems, push-rod cameras, and drainage inspection technology
- Fully funded industry certifications including OS19X, Confined Space, High Pressure Water Jetting, NRSWA, and other relevant drainage and utility qualifications
- Exposure to drainage investigations, utility surveying, mapping projects, and specialist engineering works
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out CCTV drainage surveys on foul, surface water, and process drainage systems.
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Senior CCTV Drainage Engineer in Gateshead employer: Interaction Recruitment Group
Interaction Recruitment Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values reliability and a positive attitude. Located in Bridgwater, employees benefit from competitive pay, opportunities for career progression, and the potential for a temp-to-perm transition, making it a rewarding place to grow your skills in the warehouse sector.
Contact Details:
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