Drainage Engineer

Metro Rod Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drainage services provider in Coventry seeks a Drainage Engineer to perform maintenance and repairs for customers. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in commercial drainage, high-pressure water jetting experience, and a strong technical background. The role includes carrying out various drainage services, providing excellent customer service, and being part of an on-call rota for 24/7 client support. Attractive benefits include a company van, health and safety training, and a pension plan.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Branded uniform

Ongoing Health & Safety training

Benefits scheme including discounts

Company Pension

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in commercial drainage.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness to work unsociable hours.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning, clearance, repair and maintenance of drains.
• Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment safely.
• Provide exceptional customer service and technical expertise.
• Accurately record work/job details via internal systems.
• Communicate effectively with clients and support centre.
• Be part of an on-call rota for 24/7 client service.

Skills

High pressure water jetting experience

Surveying experience

Problem-solving ability

Technical knowledge

Flexible can-do attitude

Tools

High-Pressure Water Jetting Equipment

Job description

Drainage Engineer
Metro Rod Coventry & Leicester
Salary £29,000 plus overtime and on-call.

Metro Rod work with the likes of Tesco, Marks and Spencer, Mitie, Clarion, Axa, Wetherspoons and many more in the FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial and Leisure sectors. Despite having been around for over 40 years, we are a fast-growing and dynamic business and part of an ever-expanding group Franchise Brands.

Founded in 1983, Metro Rod and its sister company Metro Plumb are leading providers of drain clearance and maintenance services delivered on a largely reactive basis. The services are provided by over 60 franchisees with geographical coverage across the UK. We’ve been clearing and unblocking drains for more than thirty years and we’re proud of our reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction. Major companies and leading high street names trust us to deal with all their regular drain maintenance and we’ll bring the same high standards of service to tackle your drain blockage.

Within the Waste & Water Services Division of Franchise Brands, is also Willow Pumps and Filta. Two expanding businesses that focus on sewage pumps and commercial kitchen solutions. Together, the brands provide a complete one-stop shop for keeping water and waste flowing.

What does it entail?

• Carrying out a range of services associated with the cleaning, clearance, repair and maintenance of our customers’ drains
• Operation of High-Pressure Water Jetting Equipment in line with rigorous safety standards
• Carrying out surveys
• Providing an exceptional standard of customer service and technical expertise
• Accurately recording work/job details via a range of bespoke internal/client systems and applications
• Communicate effectively with high profile commercial and domestic clients and Metro Rod Support Centre colleagues to ensure excellent customer service is provided at all times
• Being part of an on-call rota to help service our clients 24/7 / 365 days a year. This would be one week in four– variable according to business needs

What experience do we look for?

• High pressure water jetting experience
• Surveying experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in commercial drainage
• Excellent problem-solving ability with sound technical knowledge
• Have a positive, flexible, can-do attitude
• Want to be part of a growing and progressive business
• Be willing to work some unsociable hours
• Full UK driving licence

What will you receive?

• Personal development
• Company van and fuel card
• Branded uniform
• Ongoing Health & Safety and new skills training
• Benefits scheme including 4% off at Tesco, 8% off at ASOS, 8% off at Just Eat 10% off at Pizza Hut, 10% off at Green King and many more
• Company Pension
• 20 days holiday, plus bank holidays