Drainage Operatives

Overview

Drainage Operative – Nights, Hickstead, West Sussex

FM Conway is hiring Drainage Operatives to protect communities, prevent flooding and keep the UK's essential infrastructure running safely. You will join our Water and Drainage Management team and work as part of a two-person crew with an experienced HGV Driver, learning specialist skills and using industry-leading equipment. You may perform planned drainage maintenance or respond to emergency callouts, contributing to real difference on every shift.

Much of the work involves cyclical gully maintenance within a consistent programme of works, with potential eligibility for performance-related bonuses on cyclical gully cleaning contracts.

Grow your career with us. If you demonstrate the right attitude and complete your probation, you can undertake our HGV Apprenticeship Programme to gain your HGV licence and progress within FM Conway.

• Support HGV Drainage Engineers with drainage maintenance and repair work.
• Assist with High Pressure Water Jetting (HPWJ) and CCTV drainage surveys.
• Carry out drainage cleaning, investigations and planned maintenance.
• Respond to emergency and reactive drainage callouts.
• Operate our GIS Trimble system in line with company procedures.
• Work safely as part of a close-knit team using specialist vehicles and equipment.

• Full UK driving licence; strong commitment to health and safety; positive, reliable attitude.
• Previous drainage experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience in High Pressure Water Jetting, Street Works or Confined Space working would be advantageous.
• Willingness to learn and participate in training, including the potential to complete our HGV Apprenticeship Programme after probation.

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays; company pension; life assurance.
• Ongoing training and career development; internal progression opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing support, including 24-hour advice lines and access to Mental Health First Aiders.
• Discounts through the Rewarding Great People platform.

Our Water and Drainage Management Division is a fast-growing part of FM Conway, providing innovative drainage maintenance, surveying and rehabilitation services to keep roads, communities and the environment moving. If you’re looking for a role with real purpose and growth opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.