Plumbing and Drainage Engineer
23 days ago
Exeter
Location: Exeter Employment type: Full Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday (with flexibility for early starts, weekends and out-of-hours work) • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays, • Group Personal Pension Plan, • Career development and progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications, • 24/7 access to a virtual GP and mental health support and counselling services, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms and more, • Life assurance cover, • Long service recognition, • Enhanced Maternity Pay, • Paid volunteering opportunities in your community As a Plumbing and Drainage Engineer, you will work from a fully equipped company van, delivering services across a wide range of environments including commercial, residential, industrial, rail, road and utility sites. You will carry out drainage and plumbing works, assess asset conditions, analyse findings and produce high-quality reports. You will also work alongside jetting units when required, taking responsibility for site activity and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and within agreed timescales. You will… • Complete all work as directed by the planning team, • Ensure compliance with working hours, health and safety, quality and environmental standards, • Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any issues, • Adhere to all company policies and procedures at all times, • Report all site-related incidents promptly, • Complete job sheets for every task, including photographic evidence, • Identify issues early and take action to prevent escalation, • Ensure the correct equipment is available and used for each task, • Deliver a first-time fix approach wherever possible, • Take responsibility for all site work and outputs, • Produce accurate reports and raise recommendations for further work where required, • Use systems such as Big Change, FYLD and Ipsum Live Jobs to record and manage work, • Build strong working relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders, • Work flexibly as part of a 24/7 operation, including early starts, weekends and UK travel when required We are looking for a skilled and motivated individual with experience in drainage or plumbing who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and excellent customer service. • Previous experience within the utilities or drainage industry, • Full, clean driving licence, • NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or above, • Experience with rotary cleaning equipment, • Confined Space Level 2 (or above), • High-pressure water jetting experience, • Manual Handling and First Aid at Work certification, • CSCS card and Fit to Work status, • Water Hygiene and Reverse Assist experience, • PTS or HGV qualifications desirable but not essential, • Experience in a customer-focused environment, • Strong understanding of health and safety practices, • Knowledge of waste network operations, • IT literate with Microsoft Office capability, • Ability to produce clear and accurate reports, • Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships, • Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines, • Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently or as part of a team, • Flexible and professional approach to work We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR. #J-18808-Ljbffr