2,807 Drainage Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

Drainage Engineer

Manchester

Penguin Recruitment is currently supporting a leading civil and environmental consultancy with an exciting opportunity for a skilled Drainage Engineer to join their dynamic water services team in Manchester. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to work on a diverse range of drainage and flood risk projects across both public and private sector clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver drainage projects from inception through to detailed design, producing compliant strategies, plans, and technical drawings.

• Contribute to SuDS design, surface water, and foul system solutions, supporting planning applications and regulatory approvals.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, building strong client relationships and supporting staff development.

• Engage in innovative flood risk and drainage projects, supporting product development and emerging market initiatives.

• Mentor junior staff and share expertise across the team.

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Environmental Science.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in drainage design, including SuDS, pumping station design, and flood risk assessment.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with GIS (QGIS) is advantageous.

• Strong communication, project management skills, and a proactive, client-focused approach.

• Membership of a professional body and aspiration toward chartered status is desirable.

Why Join?
Competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, company pension, flexible working, career development support, and a collaborative, supportive team environment.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. Contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience, for more information.

Drainage Engineer opportunity available with our client, a family-run drainage contractor based in Cambridgeshire. The opportunity comes with a 30k salary and lots of opportunity for overtime (starting at 1.5x pay, rising to 2x).

A background within the plumbing and drainage industry is essential for this role, but our client is happy to provide training to any junior engineer's looking to learn more about the drainage industry and progress further in their career.

Drainage Engineer Job Responsibilities

• Travelling across East Anglia from the depot in Wisbech, completing reactive and planned drainage maintenance
• Using high pressure jetting equipment to clear both internal and external drain blockages
• Completing basic internal plumbing works
• Using CCTV camera equipment to compete drain surveys, locate blockages, and write up reports
• Visiting commercial and domestic sites including homes, schools, factories, and manufacturing buildings

Drainage Engineer Job Requirements

• Basic understanding of the plumbing and drainage industry
• Confident in completing basic drainage unblocks using either rodding or jetting equipment
• Full UK driving licence
• Based within a commutable distance of Wisbech and able to get to the yard
• CSCS card and water jetting tickets desirable but not essential

Drainage Engineer Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary starting at 30,000, depending on experience
• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
• Overtime Rates: Mon - Sat 1.5x, Sun 2x
• On Call Rota: 1 in 4 weeks, 70 retainer fee and overtime paid on call outs
• 28 days holiday, including bank holidays, rising by one day per year (max 33 days)

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Drainage Engineer to join a well-regarded consultancy known for delivering innovative and sustainable transport planning solutions.

As a Senior Drainage Engineer , you will be responsible for developing and delivering drainage and highway designs for new development projects. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

They will consider all level of candidates.

You will be responsible for:

• Design technical solutions for highway and drainage systems to support S104, S38, and S278 applications.
• Perform a range of technical assessments for new developments.
• Provide guidance and technical explanations to junior staff and clients.
• Review technical documents, reports, and drawings produced by junior team members.
• Present technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage projects to ensure high-quality delivery on time and to specification.
• Regularly update progress and collaborate with Project Managers to coordinate tasks.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all project phases.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, best practices, and innovations in civil engineering.

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Drainage Engineer, Civil Engineer, Drainage Design Engineer, Cvil Infrastructure Engineer, Drainage and Highways Engineer or in a similar role.
• Possess 2 years’ experience working in UK development-related infrastructure engineering.
• Experience in preparing highways or drainage designs, particularly S38, S278, and S104 processes.
• Background in writing flood risk assessments or drainage strategies.
• Proficient in drainage design principles and skilled in using Microdrainage and/or Causeway Flow software.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Understanding of relevant UK design standards, including DMRB, Manual for Streets, Sewers for Adoption, and national planning policies
• Skilled in in AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• 25 Days annual leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Paid volunteer time
• Sick pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee mentoring programme

Apply now for this exceptional Senior Drainage Engineer opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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Ability to represent the employer on a client-facing basis.

Able to work independently.

Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD, AutoTrack, and PDS.

Desired experience in MicroDrainage, Causeway Flow and ideally Civil 3D

What to do next for this Drainage Engineer opportunity:

If you would like to apply for this Drainage Engineer role in London, then please click on the link to apply.

If you are interested in hearing about any other opportunities within Drainage Engineering, Flood Risk Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Highways Engineering, or Transport Planning, then please do not hesitate in getting in touch with Martin Boland on (phone number removed) for further information.

Drainage Engineer for a nationwide, Plumbing and Drainage company.

The DrainageEngineer will work in commercial sites, such as,care homes, commercial buildings,restaurants & pub chains.

Job Specification

• Perform unblocks with the use of HPWJ.
• Drain repairs.
• CCTV Surveys.
• Drain mapping and locating.
• Operate rotary machines.

Requirements for a DrainageEngineer

• Must have experience as aDrainageEngineer.
• Confined Space.
• Street works.
• HPWJ experiance.
• Ability to lift manholes.
• Excellent communication.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Basic Plumbing skills desirable but not essential.
• Good work ethic.

Benefits

• Salary depends on experience.
• Company vehicle & fuel card.
• Uniform & equipment.
• Call out rota.
• 20 days holiday + BH.
• Pension Scheme.
• Opportunity to join a successful company and progress your career.

Drainage Engineer for a nationwide, Plumbing and Drainage company.

The DrainageEngineer will work in commercial sites, such as,care homes, commercial buildings,restaurants & pub chains.

Job Specification

• Perform unblocks with the use of HPWJ.
• Drain repairs.
• CCTV Surveys.
• Drain mapping and locating.
• Operate rotary machines.

Requirements for a DrainageEngineer

• Must have experience as aDrainageEngineer.
• Confined Space.
• Street works.
• HPWJ experiance.
• Ability to lift manholes.
• Excellent communication.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Basic Plumbing skills desirable but not essential.
• Good work ethic.

Benefits

• Salary depends on experience.
• Company vehicle & fuel card.
• Uniform & equipment.
• Call out rota.
• 20 days holiday + BH.
• Pension Scheme.
• Opportunity to join a successful company and progress your career.

Drainage Engineer – Field-Based
Location: Bournemouth
Type:  Permanent, Full-Time
Hours:  Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Salary:  £34,000 – £6,000 per year plus commission, OTE 4,000 pa

We are looking for an experienced and customer-focused Drainage Engineer  to join our growing team in a client-facing, field-based role. You’ll attend domestic and commercial properties, diagnose and resolve drainage issues, and represent the business professionally on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend both emergency and planned drainage jobs
• Investigate, diagnose, and resolve issues using CCTV surveys, high-pressure water jetting, rods, etc.
• Carry out drain clearance, descaling, root cutting, patch lining, and minor excavations
• Liaise directly with customers to explain issues and solutions
• Identify and recommend additional work where appropriate
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety procedures 
• Contribute to brand reputation with excellent service and technical knowledge
• Take part in an on-call rota to support 24/7 service delivery

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 1 year’s drainage experience (essential)
• Customer-facing experience with strong communication skills
• HPWJ certification preferred
• Plumbing knowledge and/or drainage tanker experience (desirable)
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• CSCS card (preferred)
• Comfortable using mobile apps and technology on-site

What We Offer

• £34,000 – £ ,000 per year basic salary plus performance-based bonuses
• On target earnings 4,000 pa
• All tools, uniform, vehicle, and equipment provided
• Supportive, growing team with long-term career opportunities

Please apply or contact Lauren Botting at (phone number removed) for more information.

Drainage Engineer for a nationwide, Plumbing and Drainage company.

The DrainageEngineer will work in commercial sites, such as,care homes, commercial buildings,restaurants & pub chains.

Job Specification

• Perform unblocks with the use of HPWJ.
• Drain repairs.
• CCTV Surveys.
• Drain mapping and locating.
• Operate rotary machines.

Requirements for a DrainageEngineer

• Must have experience as aDrainageEngineer.
• Confined Space.
• Street works.
• HPWJ experiance.
• Ability to lift manholes.
• Excellent communication.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Basic Plumbing skills desirable but not essential.
• Good work ethic.

Benefits

• Salary depends on experience.
• Company vehicle & fuel card.
• Uniform & equipment.
• Call out rota.
• 20 days holiday + BH.
• Pension Scheme.
• Opportunity to join a successful company and progress your career.

Drainage Engineer for a nationwide, Plumbing and Drainage company.

The DrainageEngineer will work in commercial sites, such as,care homes, commercial buildings,restaurants & pub chains.

Job Specification

• Perform unblocks with the use of HPWJ.
• Drain repairs.
• CCTV Surveys.
• Drain mapping and locating.
• Operate rotary machines.

Requirements for a DrainageEngineer

• Must have experience as aDrainageEngineer.
• Confined Space.
• Street works.
• HPWJ experiance.
• Ability to lift manholes.
• Excellent communication.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Basic Plumbing skills desirable but not essential.
• Good work ethic.

Benefits

• Salary depends on experience.
• Company vehicle & fuel card.
• Uniform & equipment.
• Call out rota.
• 20 days holiday + BH.
• Pension Scheme.
• Opportunity to join a successful company and progress your career.