Drainage Engineer

E & E Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a skilled Drainage Engineer to join its team in the Southern Counties. This permanent, full-time role involves a variety of responsibilities, including drainage clearance, plumbing tasks, and high-pressure jetting. Candidates should have experience in confined space working and drainage surveys. The company values safety, high-quality workmanship, and offers competitive salary and benefits, including a van and opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Plenty of overtime

Company van

Qualifications

• Experience in drain clearing and high-pressure water jetting.
• Ability to start up and shut down jetting units confidently.
• Knowledge of confined space working.
• Strong understanding of procedures, standards, and safe working practices.
• Skills in excavation and repair work.
• Experience with CCTV drainage surveys.
• A proactive attitude and commitment to high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out drainage clearance and repair works.
• Assist with vacuum tanker operations.
• Build and repair drainage pipework.
• Perform high-pressure jet washing of systems.
• Work safely with full PPE in confined spaces.
• Conduct risk assessments and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Drain clearing

High-pressure water jetting

Confined space working

Excavation and repair work

CCTV drainage surveys

Proactive attitude

Job description

Drainage Engineer

Farlington - (will be travel across the southern counties)

Permanent, full-time (42.5 hours with plenty of overtime)

Competitive salary plus benefits + van

Are you hands‑on, safety‑focused, and ready to take on a role where no two days look the same? Marlin Environmental Services is expanding, and we’re looking for a skilled Drainage Engineer to join our team across the Southern Counties. If you thrive outdoors, enjoy problem‑solving, and take pride in delivering high‑quality work, this could be your next move.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out drainage clearance, groundworks, plumbing tasks, and repair works across a wide range of systems.
• Assisting with vacuum tanker operations.
• Building and repairing internal and external drainage pipework.
• Completing all tasks to customer requirements using our digital work systems.
• Performing high‑pressure jet washing of systems and tanks.
• Working safely in confined spaces with full PPE and adherence to all H&S procedures.
• Managing waste responsibly and staying compliant with current regulations.
• Maintaining excellent cleanliness standards on customer sites.
• Conducting risk assessments and following safe working systems, COSHH guidelines, and company procedures.
• Visiting customer premises, understanding their needs, and delivering a professional service.
• Supporting colleagues when required and taking responsibility for your own and others’ safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in drain clearing and high‑pressure water jetting.
• Ability to start up and shut down jetting units confidently.
• Knowledge of confined space working.
• Strong understanding of procedures, standards, and safe working practices.
• Skills in excavation and repair work.
• Experience with CCTV drainage surveys.
• A proactive attitude and commitment to high‑quality workmanship.

Additional Information

The Environmental & Engineering Group was established in 2023 as part of the merger of Marlin Environmental Services and Yellowstone Environmental Solutions. After 12 years of partnership working the businesses formed E&E group to provide additional internal support and to increase service levels for existing and new customers.

At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company – we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top‑tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.