Trainee Drainage Engineer

Trainee Drainage Engineer
Gravesend
£25,000 depending upon experience plus overtime.
Full Time/Permanent/Monday - Friday

Are you interested to work for an engineering company?

Do you hold a full driver's license, and hope to become a fully qualified Drainage Engineer in time to come?

Attega is looking for a Trainee Drainage Engineer to work alongside an experienced Drainage Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern and dynamic company with fantastic prospects for the right people within the drainage industry.

Duties for the Assistant Drainage Engineer role include:

• Extensive descale works for above and below ground drainage, including small bore and stack pipework internally, this is carried out via the use of HPWJ, electromechanical milling machine and hand coring machine.
• CCTV Surveys, inspections and detailed investigation works which will involve fault finding and providing practical solutions to support the client s needs.
• Supporting lead engineer with producing site drainage plans, identifying defects, design issues, pipe conditions and missed connections within the system.
• Assist specialist teams with lining, patching and rehabilitation works.
• Assist with Jetvac tanker works including line cleaning, root cutting, and confined space entry works.
• Generally supporting drainage teams with clearance and blockage works should emergencies arise.
• Maintain the vehicle and equipment ensuring it is fit for purpose

Essential Skills:

• Can do work ethic.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• A strong team player.
• Willingness to learn and progress within the role.
• Self-motivation, discipline, and serious attitude towards health and safety in the workplace.
• Attention to detail and customer focused attitude.
• Valid UK driving license.

In return the company is offering a basic salary of up to £25,000 and training opportunities to develop and enhance internally along with the option of overtime and various other company benefits. The Drainage Trainee role is designed as a stepping stone to becoming a Lead Drainage Operative within the department in the future. The successful candidate will receive ongoing training and mentorship to support the progression.

The ideal candidate must show willingness to learn and be self motivated, as well as hold a full clean driver's license. The Trainee Drainage Engineer may occasionally need to work night shifts and overtime.