Job Description

Drainage Ground Worker

Metro Rod Exeter

Salary up to 45,000 DOE plus benefits and occasional overtime

Metro Rod work with the likes of Equans, Amey, Aldi, Mitie, Greggs, McDonalds, 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.

What's involved?

Carrying out drainage repairs and excavations on site Working on ground work projects, drainage related minor repairs, pipe work renewals, patch lining fixes and general reinstatements across commercial and residential and industrial Communicate effectively with clients and Metro Rod Support Centre colleagues to ensure excellent customer service is provided at all times Commitment to working for a 24/7 and 365 service provider - this may involve participation in on call rotas or occasional unsociable hours

What do we look for?

Experienced ground worker/labourer from a drainage/construction background Experience in areas such as concreting, flagging, tarmacking, block paving etc CSCS essential Ideally will have confined spaces, shoring and excavator tickets/training Want to be part of an exciting, growing and progressive business with an increasingly formidable brand presence Be willing to work occasional / unsociable hours Hold a full UK driving licence DBS check (or willingness to have one) MUST live in one of the areas listed above

The Benefits...

Ability to work in a positive team environment and develop your technical skills Competitive salary and benefits package Auto-enrolment pension Van / mobile and uniform, PPE provided Structured approach to your training and development Formal Apprenticeship Courses are also available, via our certified provider ITOL Ongoing Health & Safety and new skills training 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 28 days including bank holidays * Part of a fantastic work culture