HGV Drainage Engineer

HGV Drainage Engineer – Nights and Working Away
Location: North West England
Pay: Expected earnings £65,000 - £70,000+ pa
Contract Type: Permanent

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client, a growing drainage contractor in the North West, who are looking to add experienced HGV Drainage Engineers / Jet Vac Operators to their professional field team due to continued expansion.

This is a hands-on role suited to engineers who are comfortable working away from home and undertaking night work, offering stable hours, long-term employment and strong earning potential.

The Role
Operate an HGV Drainage / Jet Vac Unit on a variety of sites
Carry out high-pressure water jetting and drainage maintenance works
Attend daily site visits delivering planned and reactive services
Support CCTV and Drainage Survey teams during inspections and investigations
Accurately complete job records and service documentation
Liaise with clients and internal teams to report findings and recommend solutions
Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance on vehicles and equipment
Hours & Travel
Monday to Friday
Minimum 50 paid hours per week
90% night work
90% working away from home
About You
Proven experience driving and operating Combi Units / Jet Vacs
HGV Class 2 Licence and CPC
Happy with night work and travel as part of the role
Strong awareness of health & safety and site procedures
Professional, reliable, and customer-focused
Pay & Benefits
Days: £15.00 – £17.00 per hour
Nights: £20.00 – £22.67 per hour, plus additional enhancements
Overtime paid at enhanced rates (time and a third to double time)
Working away subsistence allowance
Expected earnings £65,000 - £70,000+ per year
30 days holiday
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Drainage Engineer looking for steady work, strong team support, and long-term career prospects.

Apply now or contact Lauren on (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail