Drainage Lining Engineer

Vector Recruitment

Liverpool, United Kingdom

3 months ago

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Posted: 14 Feb 2026 (3 months ago)

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Drainage Lining Engineer – Night Work and Working Away

Location: North West England

Salary: Expected earnings £65,000 - £75,000+ pa

Contract Type: Permanent

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Drainage Lining Engineer to join a growing specialist drainage contractor operating across the North West and nationwide.

This is a hands-on role suited to engineers with strong CIPP lining experience, who are happy with regular night work and working away from home. You’ll be involved in a wide range of lining projects, using modern systems and delivering high-quality reinstatement works for commercial and utility clients.

The Role

Carry out CIPP lining works including hot cure, ambient cure, UV, and LED systems

Complete patch repairs and full-length lining across various pipe sizes

Undertake robotic cutting, jetting, CCTV support, and resin works as required

Work as part of a lining crew while being capable of working independently when needed

Liaise with clients on site, providing updates and ensuring work is completed to a high standard

Hours & Travel

Monday to Friday

Minimum 50 paid hours per week

90% night work

90% working away from home

Travel time paid at enhanced rates

About You

Proven experience as a Drainage Lining Engineer (CIPP / UV / LED)

Strong technical knowledge across lining, patch repairs, and robotic cutting

Proactive, problem-solving approach with excellent attention to detail

Comfortable working nights and staying away from home

Full UK driving licence (essential)

CSCS card and Confined Space certification (essential)

HGV licence (desirable but not essential)

Pay & Benefits

Days: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour

Nights: £20.00 – £24.00 per hour, plus additional enhancements

Overtime paid at enhanced rates (time and a third to double time)

Performance related bonus

Travel time paid

Working away subsistence allowance

Expected earnings £65,000 - £75,000+ per year

30 days holiday

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Drainage Lining Engineer looking for long-term work, strong earning potential, and involvement in technically varied projects.

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

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