We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Senior Drainage Engineer to join our dynamic team within the utilities industry.
This pivotal role requires a professional with extensive experience in high-pressure jetting, CCTV surveying, patch lining, and confined space operations, including rescue. A strong understanding of drainage and sewer systems, alongside knowledge of industry best practices, is essential to ensure the successful and safe completion of projects to the highest standard.
As a Senior Drainage Engineer, you will play a key role in resolving project and equipment challenges, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining operational excellence. You will lead a team of engineers, providing mentorship and hands-on support, and will work closely with other departments to coordinate activities and ensure a swift response to drainage projects and emergencies.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the utilities industry. If you are a technically skilled professional with strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and a passion for inspiring others, we encourage you to apply.
Your contributions will be vital to exceeding client expectations and upholding our commitment to delivering exceptional service.
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee high-pressure jetting operations to clear blockages, cleanse pipework, and maintain drainage systems. Supervise CCTV surveying operations, working closely with the jetting team to ensure accurate inspections and assessments. Manage the installation of patch liners and other remedial solutions. Plan, oversee, and safely execute deep and complex confined space entries, including rescue operations. Provide expertise in pipework remedials such as civil engineering, robotic cutting, and lining. Conduct regular site inspections and assess the performance of teams and equipment. Train, mentor, and supervise drainage engineers, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational best practices. Collaborate with project managers and other departments to efficiently schedule and coordinate drainage works. Respond promptly to emergency drainage situations, minimising disruption to services. Possess knowledge of a wide range of jetting units, survey units, and other remedial and safety equipment. Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and that operatives have the necessary tools and training. Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role. Proven experience as a senior drainage engineer, with extensive knowledge of drainage services and best practices. Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop others. Valid UK driving licence and the ability to operate commercial vehicles, such as jetting vans. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure during emergencies. Comprehensive health and safety awareness, with knowledge of industry standards in utilities operations. Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with team members and clients. Current training and certifications are highly desirable, including: High-risk confined space and rescue. High-pressure water jetting. NRAWSA Unit 2. First Aid. CSCS. SSSTS. OS19X. What we offer
Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience). A tailored training plan to support your professional development, with access to new technology to keep you at the forefront of the ecological consultancy industry. Opportunity for rapid career progression in a company that values personal development and team well-being. Collaboration with an experienced team and the chance to lead high-impact, emergency response projects. Should you ever work outside of contracted hours, it goes without saying that overtime pay will be arranged. Please note #J-18808-Ljbffr
Lead and oversee high-pressure jetting operations to clear blockages, cleanse pipework, and maintain drainage systems. Supervise CCTV surveying operations, working closely with the jetting team to ensure accurate inspections and assessments. Manage the installation of patch liners and other remedial solutions. Plan, oversee, and safely execute deep and complex confined space entries, including rescue operations. Provide expertise in pipework remedials such as civil engineering, robotic cutting, and lining. Conduct regular site inspections and assess the performance of teams and equipment. Train, mentor, and supervise drainage engineers, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational best practices. Collaborate with project managers and other departments to efficiently schedule and coordinate drainage works. Respond promptly to emergency drainage situations, minimising disruption to services. Possess knowledge of a wide range of jetting units, survey units, and other remedial and safety equipment. Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and that operatives have the necessary tools and training. Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role. Proven experience as a senior drainage engineer, with extensive knowledge of drainage services and best practices. Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop others. Valid UK driving licence and the ability to operate commercial vehicles, such as jetting vans. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure during emergencies. Comprehensive health and safety awareness, with knowledge of industry standards in utilities operations. Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with team members and clients. Current training and certifications are highly desirable, including: High-risk confined space and rescue. High-pressure water jetting. NRAWSA Unit 2. First Aid. CSCS. SSSTS. OS19X. What we offer
Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience). A tailored training plan to support your professional development, with access to new technology to keep you at the forefront of the ecological consultancy industry. Opportunity for rapid career progression in a company that values personal development and team well-being. Collaboration with an experienced team and the chance to lead high-impact, emergency response projects. Should you ever work outside of contracted hours, it goes without saying that overtime pay will be arranged. Please note #J-18808-Ljbffr
