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Job Title: Tanker Driver / Drainage Engineer
Location: Harlow, Essex – Covering London & Surrounding Counties
Salary: £36,400 – £44,200 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 17:00
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Call-Out: To be discussed

About Us:
United Drains is a commercial drainage specialist operating across London and surrounding counties. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Tanker Driver with drainage experience to operate a 7.5t Jetvac Combination Unit and support our expanding team.

Role Overview:
This is a full-time role for a skilled and reliable drainage engineer with experience operating jetting tankers. The position involves a mix of driving, reactive and planned maintenance works across a variety of commercial sites.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate a 7.5t Jetvac Combination Unit for drainage cleaning and waste removal

Carry out high-pressure water jetting

Assist with CCTV drainage surveys

Work on grease traps, pump chambers, and petrol interceptors

Support with site surveys and quoting when required

Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures

Complete job reports and communicate findings with the team

Desirable Skills (not all essential):

Previous experience using Jetvac or similar combination units

Working knowledge of CCTV drainage systems

Understanding of grease traps, pump systems, and interceptors

Basic quoting experience

Strong awareness of health & safety standards

Essential Requirements:

Full UK driving licence

HGV 7.5t licence OR passed driving test before 1 January 1997

Minimum 1 year of driving experience (required)

Positive, proactive attitude

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship

Exceptional customer service skills

Team player with a flexible approach to working hours

Must live within easy reach of Harlow, Essex

DBS check required (processed by us)

What We Offer:

Competitive salary: £36,400 – £44,200

Overtime and performance-related bonuses

20 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Uniform and PPE provided

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and long-term career development

If you're an experienced tanker driver or drainage engineer looking for a secure and rewarding opportunity with a growing company, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience