Drainage Engineer

Marshall Recruitment · Cambridge, England ·

Last confirmed by our partners on 23 Oct 2026.

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Drainage Engineer - Permanent Position

  • Location: Cambridge and surrounding areas
  • Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
  • Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime available

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Drainage Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis, working across Cambridge and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced drainage professional looking for a long-term position with a well-established business. You will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive drainage works across a variety of commercial and domestic properties, providing a professional and efficient service to customers.

The Role

  • Carrying out planned and reactive drainage works
  • Investigating and diagnosing drainage issues and blockages
  • Clearing blocked drains, toilets, sinks and associated drainage systems
  • Carrying out drain repairs and maintenance
  • Using appropriate drainage equipment and specialist tools
  • Carrying out CCTV drainage surveys where required
  • Identifying defects and recommending appropriate repair solutions
  • Undertaking jetting and mechanical cleaning of drainage systems
  • Working on both internal and external drainage systems
  • Completing job sheets, service reports and relevant documentation
  • Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
  • Maintaining a professional relationship with customers and site teams

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

  • An experienced Drainage Engineer or Drainage Technician
  • Confident carrying out reactive and planned drainage works
  • Experienced in dealing with blockages, repairs and drainage maintenance
  • Comfortable using professional drainage equipment
  • Able to diagnose problems and identify practical solutions
  • Reliable, punctual and professional
  • Customer-focused with good communication skills
  • Able to work independently and as part of a wider team
  • Flexible and willing to work across different sites
  • In possession of a full UK driving licence
  • Experience with high-pressure water jetting, CCTV drainage surveys, mechanical cleaning and underground drainage repairs would be advantageous.

What We Offer

  • Permanent, full-time employment
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Opportunities for overtimeCompany vehicle and equipment
  • Company uniform and PPE
  • Training and development opportunities
  • The opportunity to build a long-term career with an established business

If you're an experienced Drainage Engineer looking for a secure, permanent position in Cambridge and the surrounding areas, we'd like to hear from you.

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