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Job Title: Senior Drainage Engineer
Location: London & Surrounding Areas (within 100-mile radius)
Salary: £39,000 – £52,000 (depending on experience) + Bonuses + Overtime
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 18:00
Call-Out: Required (details to be discussed)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us:
United Drains is one of London’s largest emergency plumbing and drainage companies, recognised for delivering exceptional service and a high-quality customer experience. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Drainage Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior-level professional ready to take on more responsibility in a supervisory role.

Role Overview:
As a Senior Drainage Engineer, you will handle complex and larger-scale jobs, assist with training and mentoring junior engineers, and ensure all work is completed to the highest standards. This hands-on role includes a variety of tasks such as plumbing, drain laying, CCTV surveys, and high-pressure jetting, with a strong focus on leadership and health & safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out plumbing works, including excavations, drain laying, and lining/patch repairs

Conduct CCTV drain surveys and high-pressure water jetting

Lead and manage complex or large-scale drainage jobs

Provide on-site training and support to engineers

Carry out site audits and job quality checks

Assist with challenging or problematic jobs

Meet with clients to assess issues and offer technical solutions

Prepare and submit accurate job quotations

Ensure all works meet health and safety regulations

Essential Requirements:

Minimum 10 years of experience in the drainage industry

Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Positive, can-do attitude with a high attention to detail

Flexible with working hours and on-call availability

Full UK driving licence

Clean DBS check (will be processed)

What We Offer:

Competitive salary: £39,000 – £52,000 depending on skillset

Bonus scheme and overtime opportunities

28 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)

Fully equipped company vehicle

Company-provided uniform

Ongoing training and professional development

Clear pathway to further progression within the business

If you are a highly skilled plumbing and drainage professional with a passion for leading and mentoring others, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter explaining your suitability for the role