Drainage Operative – Join FM Conway's Water & Drainage Team

About the role

FM Conway is seeking motivated Drainage Operatives to join its Water and Drainage Management team in Sleaford. Working alongside an experienced HGV driver in a two‑person crew, you will help protect communities by maintaining and repairing drainage infrastructure, with shifts running from 6 am to 4 pm.

Key responsibilities

• Support HGV Drainage Engineers with routine maintenance and repair tasks.
• Assist with High Pressure Water Jetting (HPWJ) and CCTV drainage surveys.
• Carry out drainage cleaning, investigations and planned cyclical gully maintenance.
• Respond to emergency and reactive drainage call‑outs.
• Operate the GIS Trimble system in line with company procedures.
• Use specialist vehicles and equipment safely as part of a close‑knit team.

Required profile

• Enjoys practical, hands‑on work and takes pride in delivering a great service.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.
• Committed to health and safety with a positive, reliable attitude.
• Previous drainage experience is beneficial but not essential; willingness to learn is key.
• Experience in HPWJ, street works or confined‑space work is advantageous.

Required skills

• High Pressure Water Jetting
• CCTV drainage surveying
• GIS Trimble operation
• HGV driving (full UK licence)

What we offer

• Performance‑related bonuses on eligible cyclical gully cleaning contracts.
• Opportunity to join the HGV Apprenticeship Programme and obtain an HGV licence.
• Career development within a supportive, fast‑moving team.
• Consistent programme of works and on‑the‑job training.