Drainage Engineer

Location: Hebburn, Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,500 - £35,000 DOE

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Drainage Engineer to join a well-established and growing team based in Hebburn. This full-time role involves hands-on work across a variety of drainage systems, using cutting-edge equipment and vehicles including jetting units, HGVs, and CCTV survey technology.

You'll be working on a range of infrastructure and commercial projects across the region, supporting both routine maintenance and emergency callouts. This is a great role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, and being part of a close-knit, supportive team.

Drainage Engineer Responsibilities

• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment to clear and maintain drainage systems
• Use CCTV equipment for inspection and diagnosis of drainage issues
• Work with vacuum tankers and operate HGVs as required
• Handle equipment such as booms and vactors safely and effectively
• Complete digital site reports accurately via tablet devices
• Maintain a strong focus on health & safety procedures on-site
• Assist with routine servicing and cleaning of vehicles and machinery
• Participate in the on-call rota for emergency response work

Drainage Engineer Requirements

• Valid CSCS card
• HPWJ (High Pressure Water Jetting) certification
• Confined Space certification
• Street Works accreditation
• Full UK driving licence (clean)
• Right to work in the UK
• Previous experience in drainage, jetting, or HGV operations preferred
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work well within a team

To be considered:
Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly at [email protected]. For further information, feel free to call me on 07719031985. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.