Drainage Engineer

Drainage Engineer – We’re Expanding! Join Craven Services in Oldham – OTE £40,000+, Company Van & Excellent Benefits

Craven Services, part of the trusted Dyno-Rod / Dyno Plumbing network, is growing and looking for a qualified Drainage Engineer to join our team. We’re offering a permanent position with realistic earnings of £40,000+ through overtime, on-call and bonus schemes. You’ll get a fully kitted company van, fuel card, uniform, paid holidays, and real job security with a nationally recognised brand.

About the Role

This is a field-based position covering the OL postcode and surrounding areas. Working Monday to Friday with an on-call rota, you’ll carry out a range of reactive drainage works in domestic properties. You’ll be the go-to person for urgent drainage issues, delivering fast, effective fixes and outstanding service.

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Carrying out reactive drainage maintenance and repairs within a domestic environment
• Responding to blockages in sinks, toilets, baths, showers and external drains
• Clearing blockages using rodding, jetting and other specialist equipment
• Diagnosing drainage faults, identifying root causes, and recommending solutions
• Completing minor repairs such as replacing traps, waste pipe sections and fittings
• Conducting basic surveys/assessments and advising customers clearly and professionally
• Delivering excellent customer service in every home you visit
• Using your tablet to update job progress in real time
• Working safely and professionally in line with health & safety standards

What We’re Looking For

We’re after someone who takes pride in their work, communicates well with customers, and enjoys solving problems under pressure.

• Proven drainage experience in a reactive/domestic environment
• Minimum of 2 years’ hands-on drainage work (blockage clearance, fault finding, repairs)
• Solid understanding of reactive drainage processes with strong diagnostic ability
• Confident using drainage equipment (e.g., jetter/rods) safely and effectively
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points)

Please note: this role is subject to a DBS check, driving licence check and standard right-to-work verification.

What You’ll Get

• OTE £40,000+ with overtime, on-call and bonuses
  (Starting basic of £28k increasing after probation)
• Permanent, full-time contract with paid annual leave
• Fully costed van + fuel card
• Tablet, uniform and PPE provided
• Pension scheme and employee benefits package
• Supportive team environment with full training and ongoing support

If you’re looking for a stable, rewarding drainage career with great earning potential – this is it.

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