Senior Drainage Engineer/Supervisor

3 weeks ago

Greater Exeter Area, United Kingdom Metro Rod Full time

Technical Planning Supervisor

Metro Rod Exeter

Salary £28-34K DOE + benefits


Metro Rod work with the likes of Tesco, Marks and Spencer, Mitie, Clarion, Axa, Wetherspoons and many more in the FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial and Leisure sectors. Despite having been around for over 40 years, we are a fast-growing and dynamic business and part of an ever-expanding group Franchise Brands.


Founded in 1983, Metro Rod and its sister company Metro Plumb are leading providers of drain clearance and maintenance services delivered on a largely reactive basis. The services are provided by over 60 franchisees with geographical coverage across the UK. We’ve been clearing and unblocking drains for more than thirty years and we’re proud of our reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction. Major companies and leading high street names trust us to deal with all their regular drain maintenance and we’ll bring the same high standards of service to tackle your drain blockage.


Within the Waste & Water Services Division of Franchise Brands, is also Willow Pumps and Filta. Two expanding businesses that focus on sewage pumps and commercial kitchen solutions. Together, the brands provide a complete one-stop shop for keeping water and waste flowing.

We are looking for an individual experienced in reactive drainage who can support the Branch Manager and Director with the day to day operations of the Franchise. This is perfect for anyone who is currently or has previously worked in domestic & commercial reactive drainage, who is looking for more of an office-based role.


What does it entail?


The role is a supervisory role overseeing the engineering team and the day to day running of the drainage business.


You will be the ‘go to’ person for any escalations, technical issues, project plans and larger scale works. There is also an expectation that you will roll your sleeves up where needed and provide any support on-site with repairs & maintenance where needed. Full duties but not exclusive to:


  • Provide technical guidance and support to team members
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop project plans and timelines
  • Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to deadlines
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions
  • Planning in large scale works
  • Processing quotations
  • Validating CCTV surveys and producing reports
  • Producing RAMS
  • Producing quotations after carrying out a site visit
  • Assist the Branch manager with organising vehicle repairs and maintenance


What are we looking for?


  • Good experience in domestic and commercial drainage (blockages and CCTV surveys)
  • Good knowledge/experience of drainage civils works is preferable
  • Good telephone manner and computer literate
  • Good understanding of Health and Safety
  • Willingness to complete SSSTS course, and possibly SMSTS
  • Ability to write detailed reports and documentation
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Confident and positive character, able to motivate a team
  • Able to build lasting working relationships across the board – within the Franchise and wider business
  • Driving license


What you will receive

  • 28 Days paid holidays
  • Pension
  • Personal development
  • Company van and fuel card
  • Branded uniform
  • Ongoing Health & Safety and new skills training
  • Paid overtime and call out escalation available
  • Benefits scheme including 4% off at Tesco, 8% off at ASOS, 8% off at Just Eat 10% off at Pizza Hut, 10% off at Green King and many more
  • Company Pension
  • 20 days holiday, plus bank holidays

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