HPWJ Engineer
Location: Livingston
Employment type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities available
What’s in it for you…
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.?
28 days annual leave
Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
Group Personal Pension Plan
Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
24/7 access to a virtual GP? and Mental health support & counselling services?
Cycle to Work scheme?
Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!
Life assurance cover?
Long service recognition?
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Paid volunteering opportunities in your community?
About the role…
Working from one of our custom-equipped Jetting Vans, you will visit all types of clients — commercial, residential, industrial, rail, road, utility, etc. —?across the UK. You will carry out jetting both internal and external drainage systems, rodding and use of electro-mechanical spring machines to maintain and clear drainage system and produce high quality reports. You will ensure that you work safely and efficiently, and that work is completed within the required timescale.
As a HPWJ Engineer you will…
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Company policies, including accurate incident reporting and completion of required safety checks (LOLER & PUWER).
Carry out safe and effective jetting, drainage, and confined space work, meeting client requirements and maintaining high standards of quality and reporting.
Operate plant and equipment safely, including high-pressure water jets, MEWPs, and manual handling of heavy items (e.g., manhole covers over 25kg).
Load and unload vehicles with all necessary hoses and equipment, ensuring readiness before attending site.
Identify and address issues quickly to avoid escalation and maintain smooth site operations.
Build strong communication and relationships on-site to support problem-solving and efficient teamwork.
Work flexibly across various shifts, including nights, weekends, and on-call duties, to meet the needs of a 24/7 operation across the UK.
About you…
You’ll bring proven experience in the utilities sector—ideally drainage—along with a solid background in customer-facing roles, health and safety awareness, and a good understanding of waste network operations. Confident using Microsoft Office and reporting systems, you lead by example, produce clear reports, build strong working relationships with colleagues and suppliers, and hold a full UK driving licence.
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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