At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct CCTV drainage surveys and repairs across South Wales and Bristol.
- Company: Join a family-run drainage specialist with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 28 days leave, company van, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Enjoy job security and genuine opportunities for progression.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team and grow your career in a stable environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in drainage engineering and excellent customer service skills required.
The predicted salary is between 16 - 16 £ per hour.
Drainage Engineer
Location: South Wales & Bristol
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 (DOE) + Overtime + On-Call Payments
Are you an experienced Drainage Engineer looking to join a well-established, family-run business where you'll be valued as part of a close-knit team?
Our client is a successful and growing drainage specialist employing around 12 people, with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality, customer-focused drainage services across South Wales and the South West.
They are now looking to recruit an experienced Drainage Engineer to support continued business growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term career with genuine progression, ongoing support, and the chance to work with a professional team.
The Role
Working across South Wales, Bristol, Abergavenny and the surrounding areas, you'll carry out a variety of drainage maintenance, repair and surveying duties.
The role is primarily focused on CCTV drainage surveys and repair work, with no excavation or digging required.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out CCTV drainage surveys (the main focus of the role)
- Identify drainage defects, cracks, collapses and blockages
- Read and interpret drainage maps and plans
- Complete drain patching and lining repairs
- Carry out fibreglass patch lining repairs
- Undertake general drainage maintenance and repair work
- Produce accurate, detailed CCTV survey reports for customers and insurance companies
- Deliver a professional, customer-focused service on every job
- Work safely and in accordance with Health & Safety procedures
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have
- Previous experience working as a Drainage Engineer
- CCTV drainage surveying experience
- Good knowledge of drainage systems, repairs and mapping
- The ability to produce clear and accurate survey reports
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- A proactive, reliable and professional approach to work
- A full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 penalty points)
- The ability to successfully pass an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by the employer)
Desirable
- Water Hygiene certification or relevant industry tickets
- Working Hours
- Monday to Friday
- 40-hour working week
- Covering South Wales, Bristol, Abergavenny and surrounding areas
- Company van provided for business use
Travel: The first 45 minutes of travel each way is unpaid. Any travel time beyond the initial 45 minutes is paid.
On-Call & Overtime
You'll participate in a 1-in-4 on-call rota, which includes
- £75 standby payment for each on-call week
• Call-out hours
- Monday-Friday: 7:00pm - 7:00am
- Weekend call-outs available
- Double time paid after 10:00pm and for Sunday call-outs
- Salary & Benefits
- £14.50 - £16.00 per hour, depending on experience
- 40-hour permanent contract
- NEST Pension Scheme
- 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays
- One month's notice period
- Company van provided (business use)
- All tools, PPE and workwear supplied
- Ongoing training and career development
- Genuine opportunities for progression within a growing business
Why Join?
This is more than just another Drainage Engineer position.
You'll become part of a friendly, supportive team where your contribution is recognised and your development is encouraged.
If you're looking for long-term job security, excellent team culture, and the opportunity to build your career within a growing drainage business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more about this great opportunity or call Kirk at Pertemps, Cardiff.
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