Plumbing and drainage engineer

Plumbing and Drainage Engineer  

Can be based across London, and Southern and Northern Home Counties 

What’s in it for you... 

When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it. We’re big on professional development, wellbeing, and creating a place where people enjoy coming to work. 

You’ll get: 

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays 

Group Personal Pension Plan 

Career development with support to earn industry qualifications 

24/7 access to a virtual GP, mental health & counselling services 

Cycle to Work scheme 

Discount club – from groceries to gyms 

Life assurance cover 

Enhanced Maternity Pay 

Long service recognition 

Paid volunteering days in your community 

Local social committees and regular team events 

About the role... 

We’re growing our drainage engineering teams and looking for practical, hands-on people to join us. This is a full-time, permanent role working across a range of sites — commercial, residential, rail, and utilities — delivering high-quality drainage solutions and maintenance services. 

You’ll work flexibly, including some nights and weekends, to support the demands of a 24/7 network. 

What you’ll be doing... 

Operating specialist drainage equipment, including high-pressure water jets, lining systems, and electro-mechanical machines 

Carrying out patch repairs, jetting, blockage clearance, and drain maintenance 

Completing safety checks and reports in line with company and legal standards (e.g., LOLER, PUWER) 

Diagnosing drainage issues and proposing effective solutions 

Accurately documenting work carried out and reporting findings 

Liaising with clients and colleagues to plan work and solve problems 

Maintaining and checking equipment before and after use 

Ensuring all work complies with health, safety, environmental and quality policies 

About you... 

You’ll bring some practical experience in drainage or utilities, and you’re confident using a range of equipment and tools. You’re a strong communicator with a problem-solving mindset and a team-first approach. 

You’ll need: 

A full UK driving licence 

Certification in high-pressure water jetting (or willingness to train) 

Confined space entry qualification (or willingness to train) 

Water Jetting certified  

Flexibility to work various shifts, including occasional nights and weekends 

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities... 

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.? 

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Next steps... 

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info