Drainage Engineers

We’re looking for Drainage Engineers of all levels to join our growing team in the North East. Whether you’re just starting out in the industry or bring years of experience, we’d like to hear from you. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be working on a variety of drainage activities, including CCTV surveys, high-pressure jetting, remedial work and confined space entry.

Rail experience is desirable, but not essential. If you’ve got the right attitude and a willingness to learn, we’ll provide the training.

To become part of SEP Drainage, email info@seprail.co.uk or call 01904 403 322. We’ll need an up-to-date CV and, if you’re considered for the first round, you’ll be asked to take part in an informal telephone interview. Should you be successful at that stage, you’ll move on to a video or face-to-face interview.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the UK at the time of application.

Drainage Engineer responsibilities

Depending on your level of experience, your day-to-day responsibilities could include:

• Assisting or leading CCTV surveys of drainage systems
• Operating or supporting high-pressure jetting equipment
• Installing patch liners and undertaking other remedial works
• Lifting and securing manhole covers
• Entering and working in confined spaces
• Maintaining drainage vehicles and equipment
• Plotting drawings and recording site information
• Supporting or leading site teams to complete works safely and efficiently
• Responding to emergency callouts (where required)

Drainage Engineer requirements

• A full UK driving licence
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in
• Experience in drainage, civils or utilities (advantageous but not essential)
• Valid CSCS card (desirable)
• Experience in rail drainage works (desirable)