At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality drainage services and maintenance across various sectors.
- Company: Join Linaker, a trusted leader in mechanical engineering for over 30 years.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, a company van, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to growth and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your skills in a fast-growing company.
- Qualifications: Experience in drainage repairs and a passion for problem-solving.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
For over 30 years, Linaker has built a reputation for delivering dependable, high-quality mechanical engineering services across a wide range of client environments. Our strength lies in keeping critical systems operational, supporting organisations with technical precision, responsive maintenance, and long-term reliability. Founded on trust, care, and reliability, we are more than a service provider; we are a fully embedded partner in our clients' operations.
We are looking for a reliable and experienced Mobile Drainage Engineer to support our growing maintenance portfolio across commercial, retail, healthcare, education, industrial, and public sector environments.
The successful candidate will deliver both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive drainage services across a wide range of drainage assets and systems. The role requires a technically competent engineer who is comfortable carrying out fault finding, blockage clearance, CCTV surveys, drainage repairs, and remedial works whilst ensuring all work is completed safely, compliantly, and to a high standard.
You will work across multiple client sites providing a professional service while maintaining strong communication with clients, helpdesk teams, and account management teams, ensuring contractual obligations, SLAs, and KPIs are achieved.
- Completion of PPM tasks in line with contract schedules and drainage maintenance programmes.
- Routine cleansing and jetting of drainage systems.
- Inspection of below-ground and above-ground drainage assets.
- Attend drainage emergencies and reactive callouts.
- Diagnose drainage faults and identify root causes.
- Clear blockages using mechanical and high-pressure water jetting equipment.
- Carry out drainage repairs and minor excavation works.
- Conduct CCTV drainage inspections.
- Ensuring all maintenance activities are delivered efficiently and proactively.
Qualifications:
- HPWJA Water Jetting Safety Awareness.
- Basic plumbing skills.
- CCTV Drainage Survey Qualification.
- Confined Space Medium Risk.
- Confined Space High Risk & Rescue.
- NRSWA Street Works Qualification.
- Asbestos Awareness.
- IPAF.
Experience:
- Minimum 3-5 years drainage industry experience.
- Experience carrying out drainage repairs and blockage clearance.
- Experience within a mobile facilities maintenance environment.
- Experience producing drainage reports and recommendations.
Benefits:
- 25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Buy and sell holiday to suit your schedule.
- Company Van for site travel.
- Access to our Employee Assistant Programme for wellbeing support.
- Auto enrolment in the company pension scheme.
- Full training by a supportive friendly team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and develop a team of engineers in a business that is growing fast and investing in talent. Linaker Limited is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Drainage Engineer/Senior Engineer in Paisley employer: Linaker Limited
At Linaker, we pride ourselves on being more than just a service provider; we are a trusted partner in delivering high-quality mechanical engineering services across diverse sectors. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training and a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion. With competitive benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, a company van for site travel, and access to wellbeing support, we offer a rewarding environment for Drainage Engineers looking to advance their careers in a rapidly growing company.
