Trainee Drainage Engineer

Join Adien, a growing specialist team in Doncaster! Step into a supportive environment where you’ll receive full training, long-term career prospects, and the chance to thrive in a rewarding role within the drainage and utilities sector.

Trainee Drainage Engineer
Doncaster, DN5 – Must live within a 15-mile radius

• Full time, 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, with potential overtime at enhanced rates)
• Permanent position
• Salary from £28,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Adien Ltd is an established and respected specialist utility survey company based in Doncaster. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality drainage solutions across a variety of projects. With a strong commitment to investing in our team, we provide excellent training and career development opportunities, making us the ideal place to start or grow your drainage engineering career.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join as a Trainee Drainage Engineer and develop your skills on the job with full support. You’ll work as part of a two-person team, primarily conducting CCTV surveys to understand and assess drainage systems on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct CCTV drainage surveys on-site as directed by the operations team
• Perform manual labour tasks related to drainage systems
• Deliver high-quality workmanship to meet customer satisfaction
• Maintain and use all equipment safely and responsibly
• Assist in ensuring all job documentation is completed accurately
• Attend client site visits and communicate effectively to discuss requirements
• Develop drainage knowledge proactively and participate in all training provided
• Communicate professionally with clients via phone and email when necessary
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive and skilled team

Benefits:

• Full training and on-the-job support
• Clear progression opportunities within drainage engineering
• Stable, full-time employment with a competitive starting salary
• Work within a close-knit, supportive team environment
• Enhanced pay for out-of-hours work
• Opportunity to gain industry certifications (e.g. CSCS)

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone with the right attitude and willingness to learn. If you’re practical, reliable and ready to get hands-on, we’ll provide the tools and training to help you succeed. About you:

• Manual labour experience preferred
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Methodical and detail-oriented approach to work
• Positive attitude and a proactive mindset
• Team player who can also work independently
• Full UK driving licence (required)
• CSCS card (preferred) or willingness to obtain one after hire
• Lives within a 15-mile radius of Doncaster

If you're looking for a long-term career in civil or drainage engineering and want to grow within a supportive team, apply now and start your journey with Adien Ltd.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Drainage Assistant, Civil Engineering Technician, Utility Surveyor, Site Operative, Groundworker, CCTV Drainage Technician, Trainee Engineer, General Labourer, Water Services Technician, Maintenance Operative.