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Senior Drainage Engineer

Job Posted: 12 hours ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: West Sussex

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Senior Pump & Drainage Engineer (Clean & Wastewater)
Sussex, South London | Field-Based
 Full-Time | Permanent

£40,000 - £50,000 + Van + Overtime + Benefits

A growing specialist engineering business operating across water, wastewater, and infrastructure services is looking to appoint a Senior Pump & Drainage Engineer to support continued expansion across the South East and London regions.

This is a hands-on, senior role for someone who can lead from the front-combining technical delivery with on-site leadership across a mix of clean water, wastewater, drainage, and associated civil works.

The Role

You'll take ownership of complex pump and drainage works across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure environments, acting as the senior technical presence on site.

This role suits someone who is confident working independently, mentoring junior engineers, and interfacing with clients while maintaining high standards of delivery and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead installation, servicing, and maintenance of clean & wastewater pump systems
Carry out advanced fault finding across mechanical and electrical systems, including control panels
Oversee drainage and pumping infrastructure works, ensuring quality and safety standards are met
Support and supervise small teams on-site where required
Interpret technical drawings and ensure accurate delivery of works
Contribute to civils-related activities (chambers, pipework, trenching, concrete works)
Complete asset surveys and provide condition reporting to support lifecycle planning
Ensure all works are delivered in line with RAMS, H&S, and regulatory compliance
Liaise directly with clients and stakeholders on-site

What We're Looking For

5+ years' experience within clean/wastewater pumps and drainage systems
Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding capability
Background in civils, environmental services, or hard FM highly desirable
Experience working on pump stations, treatment systems, or similar infrastructure
Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of jobs end-to-end
Confident communicator with a professional approach on client sites
Full UK driving licence

What's On Offer

£40,000 - £50,000 salary (depending on experience)
Company van, tools, and fuel card
Overtime and weekend work available at enhanced rates
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Private medical cover
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and long-term progression opportunities
Stable, growing business with a strong pipeline of work

Location

Field-based across South East England and Southern areas of London
Ideal candidates will be based within reasonable commute of West Sussex / surrounding areasIf you're a senior engineer looking for more autonomy, variety, and the chance to step into a leadership position within a growing specialist contractor, this is a strong opportunity to consider.

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