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Join Our Team – Irrigation & Water Engineer 

Looking for a hands-on career in irrigation and water management?

At JK Irrigation Ltd, we specialize in designing, installing, and maintaining advanced irrigation systems for golf courses, sports fields, landscaped areas, lakes, and more. As a family-focused company, we believe in work-life balance, rewarding hard work, and providing top-tier training and career growth opportunities.

We’re currently looking for a skilled and motivated Irrigation & Water Engineer to join our growing team. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating machinery, and seeing projects through from start to finish, this is the perfect role for you!

Why Join JK Irrigation Ltd?

We are a well-respected name in the irrigation industry, working with leading brands and innovative technology. Our projects range from small private landscapes to large-scale sports facilities across the UK. As part of our team, you’ll gain valuable experience, work on exciting projects, and be part of a supportive and hands-on business.

📩 Apply today! Send your CV to office@jkirrigation.co.uk or call 03333 356394 (Option 1) for more details.

Join us and take the next step in your irrigation engineering career!

Irrigation & Water Engineer – Full-Time

Adding to our existing team due to continual growth. 

Location: Must be able to drive to our warehouse in Edenbridge, TN8 6HF
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 (Depending on Experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday (40-hour standard week)
Benefits: Paid Door-to-Door & Flat Rate Overtime, Pension Contributions, Use of Company Gym
Start Date: ASAP


A Word from Our Managing Director

"This job can be testing due to the weather and early starts, but it is incredibly rewarding—both financially and personally. You will see full installations from start to finish, taking pride in your work while being part of a very hands-on, well-run business. JK Irrigation Ltd is associated with the world’s leading irrigation and pump brands, giving you the opportunity to work with the best in the industry."


About Us

JK Irrigation Ltd is a leading specialist in irrigation and water management solutions, serving a wide range of clients including golf clubs, football pitches, cricket grounds, sports turf, landscaped areas, lakes, and rivers. We focus on automation, high-end products, and industry expertise, providing innovative water solutions across the UK.

We are a family-focused company—we believe in a strong work-life balance, ensuring our team has time for what matters most.


The Role

We are looking for a hardworking engineer to join our team, working on the installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems and water management setups.

This is a hands-on, physical job that requires working outdoors in all weather conditions. You will be digging holes, working in mud, and handling tools and machinery daily. If you enjoy practical work and being outdoors, this role is for you.

Early starts are required to get ahead of traffic and to complete golf course works.

This job could suit existing pump or irrigation engineers, or someone looking to expand their skill set from a landscaping or sports turf background.


Machines You Will Work With

At JK Irrigation Ltd, we use a variety of machines to carry out our work. You would ideally be able to operate or be happy working with and around:

Mole ploughs

Excavators/Diggers

Dumpers

Telehandlers

Utility vehicles (UTVs)

Trailers


Key Responsibilities

Installation, servicing, and repair of irrigation and water systems

Diagnosing and fixing pumps, pipework, tanks, and filtration issues

Working with poly pipe, stainless steel, PVC, and fusion welding pipes

Using power tools and working at height on ladders

Basic electrical knowledge for irrigation control systems and pumps

Working with automated and manual irrigation control systems

Digging holes, working in muddy conditions, and using machinery daily

Comfortable working outdoors in all weather, including rain and cold

In-house production work—building prefab products for irrigation systems

Early starts to avoid traffic and complete golf course work

Liaising with clients and contractors to ensure smooth project delivery

Staying away from home when required for certain projects

Occasional emergency call-outs


What We’re Looking For

Technical experience in irrigation, plumbing, pumps, or water management

Basic electrical knowledge for irrigation control systems and pumps

Relevant qualifications (Sports Turf, Plumbing, Electrical, or similar) – preferred but not essential

Full UK driving licence (company van provided)

Must be able to drive to our warehouse in Edenbridge, TN8 6HF

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Good communication skills for client interactions

Comfortable using timesheets, WhatsApp groups for customer updates, and providing regular updates to our office


What We Offer

Competitive salary (£30k - £50k) & flat rate overtime

Paid door-to-door

28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 extra day for each year worked

40-hour standard week, with an average of 50 hours worked

Monday to Friday work schedule (no regular weekend work!)

A family-focused company that values work-life balance

Company van for work use only (left at the yard during holiday periods for maintenance)

Fully equipped company van & tools

Opportunities for training & professional growth

Use of company gym located at our premises

Pension contributions

Being part of an ambitious and growing company


How to Apply

If you’re interested, send your CV and a brief cover letter to office@jkirrigation.co.uk or call us at 03333 356394 (Option 1) for more details.

Join us and be part of a company that’s shaping the future of irrigation and water management across the UK!