Drainage Engineer

Company: Recruitment Helpline Ltd
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Location: Crawley
Job Description:

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Salary: Up to £45,000 per year depending on experience. Location: Crawley, West Sussex RH11 – Field Based.

About the Role

The company has a vacancy for an experienced Drainage Engineer to join their growing team. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and capable of working to a very high standard with experience of carrying out all aspects of commercial, industrial and domestic drain jetting/unblock work both internal and external, and repairs. You will also have a good understanding of safe working practices and possess excellent customer skills. Call out and out-of-hours work will be required at times. While based in Crawley, the engineer will cover most of the South East and London, so travel will be required.

Candidate Requirements

  • Expertise in diagnosing and resolving internal and external blockages
  • Experience in CCTV drainage surveys using Wincan or iTouch systems
  • Experience with high‑pressure water jetting equipment
  • Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and practices
  • Basic plumbing skills, including replacing taps and repairing toilets (desirable)

Personal Attributes

  • A positive, can-do attitude with a proactive approach
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • High attention to detail and pride in your work
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Team player who collaborates effectively
  • Flexible with working hours and willing to participate in the on‑call rota (currently 1/3)
  • Valid full driving licence (max 6 points)
  • Willing to undergo a DBS check
  • Hold a valid CSCS card

Company Benefits

  • Fully equipped van for work
  • Auto‑enrolment pension scheme
  • Company phone
  • 28 days holiday, including bank holidays
  • Company events
  • On‑site parking

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026