Lead Drainage Engineer

Lead Drainage Engineer

Location: Cardiff
Salary: £ 15.50 to £16.50 basic, to £33ph OT (time and a half for OT and Saturday, double time for Sunday) (basic can be negotiable dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Lead Drainage Engineer to join our clients team based from Cardiff. You will work as part of a 3-person van team undertaking a variety of drainage and specialist works, including full CCTV surveys, high-pressure water jetting, confined space operations, and pipe rehabilitation projects.

As the Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality service to clients while leading on-site operations and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to professional standards. You will also be responsible for producing drainage reports, drawings, and detailed job sheets/notes.

This role is ideal for a motivated and technically competent engineer who enjoys a hands-on environment and takes pride in delivering excellent service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a two-person team on drainage and specialist projects
• Carry out CCTV drainage surveys and coding
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment
• Undertake confined space operations in accordance with safety regulations
• Deliver pipe rehabilitation and drainage maintenance works
• Produce professional drainage reports, drawings, and detailed job sheets/notes
• Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to client specifications
• Liaise professionally with clients, site teams, and management
• Maintain company equipment and vehicle standards
• Support high service standards and contribute to ongoing business growth

Experience Required

Essential

• Full clean UK driving licence
• Proven experience within the drainage industry
• CSCS card (Green)
• High Pressure Water Jetting certification
• Strong experience in CCTV drainage surveying and coding
• Confined space training and practical experience
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to lead and work effectively within a small team
• Professional and client-focused approach

Desirable

• OS19 certification
• PTS/COSS
• Highways passport
• Experience in pipe rehabilitation techniques
• Additional drainage industry accreditations or certifications
• Experience working within commercial, rail, construction, or industrial sectors

What We Offer

• Great salary and overtime opportunities
• Ongoing training and career development
• Company vehicle
• Holiday package that increases annually

JDR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
JDR Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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