Senior Drainage Engineer

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.

Senior Drainage Engineer 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.

Senior Drainage Engineer responsibilities

• 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 a outside of contracted hours, it goes without saying that overtime pay will be arranged.