Trainee Drainage Engineer
£25,000 - £26,000
Based out of Gravesend/ Northfleet Kent
Permanent/ Monday – Friday 45 hour working week (5am – 4pm but can change depending on location of works)
Do you hold a Full UK Driving Licence?
Do you have experience within Drainage Industry?
We are currently recruiting a Trainee Drainage Engineer to join the team.
The main purpose of this role is to support the lead Drainage Engineer in carrying out various commercial drainage works.
Ideally, the successful candidate will have previous experience within the Drainage Industry or an understanding of the industry.
In return, we are offering a salary of up to £26,000 P/A, depending on experience, plus benefits such as overtime, progression, and training.
This is a full-time, permanent position. The hours of work will be 5am – 4pm; however, this may change due to locations of work. You may also be required to do occasional night work and stay away work, which will be communicated with sufficient notice.
Reporting to the Remedials Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:
1. Extensive descale works for above and below ground drainage, including small bore and stack pipework internally, carried out via the use of HPWJ, electromechanical milling machine, and hand coring machine.
2. CCTV surveys, inspections, and detailed investigation works involving fault finding and providing practical solutions to support the client’s needs.
3. Supporting the lead engineer in producing site drainage plans, identifying defects, design issues, pipe conditions, and missed connections within the system.
4. Assisting specialist teams with lining, patching, and rehabilitation works.
5. Assisting with Jetvac tanker works including line cleaning, root cutting, and confined space entry works.
6. Generally supporting drainage teams with clearance and blockage works should emergencies arise.
The ideal candidate:
1. Will hold a Full UK Driving Licence.
2. Has previous experience within the Drainage industry.
3. Possesses a can-do work ethic.
4. Has good communication and problem-solving skills.
5. Is a strong team player.
6. Has a willingness to learn and progress within the role.
7. Demonstrates self-motivation, discipline, and a serious attitude towards health and safety in the workplace.
8. Exhibits attention to detail and a customer-focused attitude.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Night shift
* Overtime
* Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 2610
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