Drainage Engineer

Drainage Engineer Jobs in Guildford | Full-Time Field-Based Role | £38K + Overtime + Commission

Location:

Guildford

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary: £34,000 – £38,000 basic salary + overtime + commission

Are you an experienced Drainage Engineer looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent earning potential and career progression?

We are hiring a skilled and customer-focused Field-Based Drainage Engineer to join our growing team in Guildford. This is a hands‑on role working across both domestic and commercial properties, carrying out drainage investigations, repairs, maintenance, and emergency call‑outs.

If you have experience with drain unblocking, CCTV drainage surveys, high‑pressure water jetting (HPWJ), drain repairs, or plumbing, we want to hear from you.

• Attend emergency and scheduled drainage call‑outs
• Diagnose and resolve drainage issues efficiently on‑site
• Carry out:
  • CCTV drain surveys
  • High‑pressure water jetting (HPWJ)
  • Drain unblocking and clearance
  • Root cutting and descaling
  • Patch lining repairs
  • Minor excavations and drainage repairs
• Communicate professionally with customers and explain findings clearly
• Recommend additional drainage or repair work where appropriate
• Follow all health & safety procedures and industry standards
• Participate in an on‑call rota supporting 24/7 emergency drainage services
• Deliver excellent customer service while representing the business positively

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Drainage Engineer or Drainage Technician
• Experience working in customer‑facing environments
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Comfortable using mobile apps and digital job management systems

• HPWJ certification
• CSCS card
• Plumbing experience

• Competitive salary of £34,000 – £38,000 per year
• Uncapped overtime opportunities
• Commission and bonus potential
• Company vehicle, tools, uniform, and equipment provided
• Stable, permanent employment
• Supportive and growing team environment
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities