Assistant Drainage Engineer

  • Permanent
  • Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
  • Posted:
  • Salary: £29000 - £34000 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Assistant Drainage Engineer

£29,000 – £34,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience & Skills)

Monday – Friday

Ipswich

Join a Growing Team

Are you looking for a hands-on role with excellent career prospects, industry-leading training, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals? Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a motivated and reliable Drainage Labourer to join our expanding team.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills within a thriving business that values its people, invests in their future, and delivers exceptional service to customers across the UK.

The Role

As an Assistant Drainage Engineer, you will work predominantly on-site alongside one of our skilled Senior Engineers, supporting a variety of drainage investigations, repairs, and maintenance projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working outdoors, and delivering excellent customer service.

You will play an important role in ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards, while providing customers with a professional and positive experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with drainage repairs.
  • Support and carry out drainage dig-ups and excavations.
  • Operate CCTV drainage surveying equipment and produce reports in line with WRC Defect Grading Guidelines.
  • Use CAT & GENNY equipment to identify buried services and trace drainage systems.
  • Communicate effectively with customers, explaining completed work and maintaining high service standards.
  • Work closely with Senior Engineers to resolve drainage problems efficiently and safely.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience in drainage repairs, dig-ups, and CCTV surveying.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a practical approach to work.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary of £29,000 – £34,000 (DOE).
  • Long-term career stability with opportunities for progression.
  • Potential access to a brand-new fully equipped company van and fuel card (subject to location and operational requirements).
  • Comprehensive induction and training programme.
  • All travel, accommodation, and meals covered during training.
  • Overtime opportunities to boost your earnings.
  • Annual performance bonus of up to 4% of salary.
  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Loyalty Leave Scheme – earn an additional day’s holiday each year after two years of service, up to a maximum of 25 days.
  • 24/7 well-being support, including access to a GP, counselling services, and retail discount vouchers.
  • Company-funded annual eye tests.

If you’re looking to join a successful, growing business where your contribution is valued and your future is supported, we’d love to hear from you.

Pre-Employment Checks

Successful applicants will be required to complete a DBS Check and Credit Check as part of our recruitment process.

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