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Drainage And Plumbing Engineer

Pertemps Enfield·Hendon, North East·Posted 6 days ago
💰 £35-40k/year
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Job description

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Drainage and Plumbing Engineer

Hours of work 8 am to 5pm – 5 days
Salary £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Vehicle provided 

Join a company that values your skill, supports your growth, and rewards hard work and is expanding across London, the South East, East Anglia, and the Midlands. Currently looking for experienced Drainage Engineers to join their growing team.

From CCTV surveys and high-pressure jetting to patch lining, repairs, and reactive drainage works, no two days are the same.

The Role:

  • Drain unblocking and maintenance
  • CCTV drainage surveys
  • Patch and lining repairs
  • Plumbing repairs and installations
  • Leak investigations and reactive works
  • Jetting and preventative maintenance
  • Working with specialist drainage and plumbing equipment
What you need:
  • Minimum 2 years’ drainage or plumbing experience
  • Full clean UK driving licence
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Professional and reliable attitude
  • CCTV, patching & lining experience beneficial
  • CSCS / City & Guilds preferred
What's on Offer:

  • Company vehicle and tools provided
  • Real career progression opportunities
  • Ongoing training and industry development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Company pension
Join Today:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your drainage career with a company that genuinely backs its engineers then apply now.

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Key skills

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Must-have skills
Minimum 2 years drainage experienceMinimum 2 years plumbing experienceFull clean UK driving licenceProblem-solving skills
Nice-to-have
CCTV surveys experiencePatch lining experienceCSCS certificationCity & Guilds qualification
Soft skills
Problem-solvingReliabilityProfessional attitudeTeamwork
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Application advice

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🔧 Highlight your drainage and plumbing experience prominently as the role requires minimum 2 years in these specific trades

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📹 Emphasise any CCTV survey experience as this is a core daily responsibility mentioned in the job description

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🚗 Mention your clean UK driving licence early in your CV as this is an essential requirement for the mobile role

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🛠️ Showcase experience with high-pressure jetting and patch lining as these are key technical skills for the position

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📜 Include any CSCS or City & Guilds certifications as these are preferred qualifications that will strengthen your application

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  • Conducted 150+ CCTV drainage surveys annually, identifying blockages and structural issues across commercial and residential properties
  • Operated high-pressure jetting equipment to clear 95% of blocked drains within 2-hour response windows for emergency call-outs
  • Completed patch lining repairs on 40+ drainage systems, extending pipe life by 15-20 years and reducing customer replacement costs by £3,000 per job

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Dear Hiring Manager,

Pertemps Enfield's expanding drainage operations across London and the South East present exactly the career progression opportunity I'm seeking. With my proven experience in CCTV drainage surveys and high-pressure jetting, I'm well-positioned to contribute to your growing team's success.

My background in drainage engineering has equipped me with the technical skills and problem-solving abilities essential for reactive drainage works. I understand the importance of reliability and professionalism when dealing with emergency call-outs and complex leak investigations.

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Interview questions

10 questions generated from this advert.

Technical

  • Describe your experience with CCTV drainage surveys and the equipment you've used
  • How do you approach a blocked drain that hasn't responded to standard jetting?
  • What safety considerations do you take when working with high-pressure jetting equipment?
  • Explain the process of patch lining and when you would recommend this solution
  • How do you conduct leak investigations and what tools do you typically use?

Behavioural

  • Tell me about a time when you had to solve a complex drainage problem under pressure
  • Describe a situation where you had to work independently on a challenging plumbing repair
  • How do you prioritise multiple reactive call-outs in a single day?
  • Give an example of when you've gone above and beyond for a customer
  • Describe a time when you had to learn a new piece of drainage equipment quickly
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1Question

Tell me about a time when you had to solve a complex drainage problem under pressure

A restaurant faced a complete drainage failure during their busiest Friday evening service. The main drain was completely blocked, causing sewage backup in the kitchen. I arrived within 45 minutes and immediately assessed the situation using CCTV equipment. The survey revealed a collapsed section 8 metres down the line, blocked with grease and debris. I used high-pressure jetting to clear the immediate blockage, restoring 80% drainage capacity within 2 hours. I then coordinated emergency patch lining for the following morning, which permanently resolved the structural issue. The restaurant reopened Saturday with full drainage functionality, preventing £12,000 in lost weekend revenue.
2Question

Describe a situation where you had to work independently on a challenging plumbing repair

A care home experienced a major leak in their central heating system that was flooding the ground floor. Working alone on a Sunday emergency call, I traced the leak to a corroded pipe junction behind a false wall. I had to carefully remove wall panels without damaging electrical cables, then isolate the affected section while maintaining heating to 40 residents. Using specialist pipe repair clamps, I created a temporary fix within 3 hours, then returned Monday with materials for a permanent solution. The repair lasted 18 months until the planned system upgrade, and the care home avoided relocating vulnerable residents during winter.

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