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Job Title: Drainage & Plumbing Engineer
Location: Covering a 100-mile radius of Reading (Nationwide work available)
Salary: £33,800 - £44,200 (depending on experience) + bonuses + overtime
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 18:00
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About Us:
Join London’s leading plumbing and drainage company - now operating nationwide! United Drains specialises in delivering expert commercial drainage and plumbing services across the UK. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for skilled Drainage Engineers to join our expanding team.
Role Overview:
We’re seeking experienced and proactive Drainage Engineers with at least 2 years of hands-on industry experience. The ideal candidate will be confident in a wide range of tasks and committed to delivering high standards of work across commercial sites.
Key Responsibilities:
* Unblock drains and carry out fault finding
* Perform CCTV drain surveys and reporting
* High-pressure water jetting
* Carry out excavations and drain laying
* Basic plumbing tasks
* Prepare and submit quotations
* Ensure all work complies with health & safety regulations
Key Requirements:
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in drainage engineering
* Proficient in: drain laying, CCTV surveys, high-pressure jetting, quoting
* Strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills
* Positive, can-do attitude and professional work ethic
* Excellent customer service and communication skills (verbal & written)
* Team player with the ability to work independently
* Full, valid UK driving licence (essential)
* Flexible with availability for occasional overtime and call-outs
* Willing to work a minimum of 45 hours per week
What We Offer:
* Competitive basic salary: £33,800 - £44,200
* Bonus scheme and performance-related incentives
* £20/hour for out-of-hours work
* £50 weekend standby fee (plus £20/hour for working hours)
* Company-branded vehicle
* Full uniform provided
* 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Career development opportunities into senior field roles
* Supportive and professional working environment
If you’re a dedicated engineer with a passion for drainage and plumbing, this is your chance to build a rewarding career with a growing and reputable company
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