Plumbing & Drainage Engineer

at  Mitie

Location: CT16 1PS (Port of Dover)
Work Hours: 40 hours per week |
Contract: Full time | Permanent

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Health & Safety, Permit to Work procedures, and safe systems of working.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Physically capable of performing the required duties.
• C&G Level 2 / NVQ Level 2 or equivalent / technical diploma in a related field.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

• Repairs, maintenance, and installation of external and underground water supply pipework (MDPE, Ductile Iron, Cast Iron, Copper, uPVC up to 12” diameter).
• Familiarity with various valves (butterfly, gate, ball, pressure reducing).
• Experience with pits, ducts, manholes, hydrants, pipe connectors, and fittings.
• Knowledge of underground drainage and foul sewage systems (Clay/Concrete, uPVC, GRP, Cast Iron).
• Experience with surface water gulleys, drains, sewage tanks, pumps (positive displacement and centrifugal), oil interceptors, and penstock valves.
• Holder of Blue Water Card and Valve Operations Card (desirable).

ROLE OVERVIEW:

We are seeking an experienced Plumbing Engineer to join our team. You will be responsible for inspecting and repairing a variety of commercial plumbing and drainage systems. This role requires excellent service delivery, effective communication with clients, and accurate documentation of all work performed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct inspections and repairs on commercial plumbing and drainage installations.
• Address client queries, report defects, and keep clients informed during service visits.
• Complete all work-related documentation accurately and on time.