HGV Drainage Engineer

HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineer - Rainham, Essex

We are recruiting experienced HGV Class 2 Drainage Engineers to join a growing drainage and utilities team working across commercial, domestic, and water authority contracts.

This is a hands‑on, field‑based role operating specialist jetting and vacuum equipment, supporting drainage maintenance and repair works across the network.

• Operate, maintain, and service Jet Vac (Combi Unit) equipment in line with manufacturer service manuals
• Drive and operate an HGV Class 2 Combi / Jetting vehicle safely and efficiently
• Carry out high‑pressure water jetting and vacuum excavation work
• Clean and maintain drainage systems including: sewers and pipework, interceptors, wet wells
• Work in and around confined spaces in accordance with safety procedures
• Ensure full compliance with RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) and site safety rules
• Complete all required waste documentation and duty‑of‑care paperwork
• Communicate effectively with clients, site teams, and line managers
• Work flexibly, including overtime and working away from home during the week

• Strict adherence to RAMS documentation on all sites
• Safe operation of high‑pressure water jetting and vacuum systems
• Compliance with environmental waste handling regulations
• Working safely in confined or high‑risk environments

• Essential:
  • Valid HGV Class 2 (Category
    
    C) licence
  • Valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)
  • Proven experience in drainage and jetting operations
  • Strong understanding of safe systems of work and RAMS compliance
  • Full clean UK driving licence
  • Right to work in the UK
• Desirable:
  • Streetworks qualification
  • High Pressure Water Jetting (HPWJ) certification
  • Confined Space training
  • First Aid qualification

• Ability to operate specialist drainage equipment confidently
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong awareness of health & safety procedures
• Willingness to carry out physically demanding outdoor work
• Flexibility to work overtime and away from home when required

• £40,000 - £45,000 per year (basic salary)
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Regular overtime opportunities available
• Stable, long‑term role within a growing team