FM Conway Ltd
Drainage Operative

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FM Conway is looking for motivated Drainage Operatives to join our growing Water and Drainage Management team.
As a Drainage Operative, you will work as part of a two-person crew alongside an HGV Driver, carrying out a range of drainage services including cleaning, clearance, repair, and maintenance of drains. This is a full-time, permanent position based from our Kings Langley depot, offering the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining essential drainage infrastructure across the region.
The duties of the Drainage Operative role will include:
- Supporting HGV Drainage Engineers with drainage work, including High Pressure Water Jetting and CCTV surveys works
- Drainage cleaning and investigation works
- Assisting in high pressure water jetting
- Attending reactive and unplanned emergency works
- Operating of the GIS Trimble unit in accordance with company operating procedures
What skills and experience do you need?
We are looking for someone who holds a valid CSCS card. Ideally you will have previously worked within a similar role and will have experience in high pressure water jetting. In addition, it would be beneficial if you have a street works card and confined space ticket.
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What benefits will you receive?
By joining FM Conway as our Drainage Operative, you will receive the following company benefits including, career and professional development, opportunities for training and further tickets and qualifications, 23 days paid holiday, company pension, life assurance, and access to our Rewarding Great People discounts and wellbeing platform.
A brief introduction to FM Conway and our Water and Drainage Management division
FM Conway is a business of families with over 60 years’ experience of creating sustainable and innovative transportation solutions. We pride ourselves on our core values, creating a culture around Care, Innovation, Integrity, and Excellence. The heart of FM Conway has, and always will be, its great people and we are always searching for talented individuals to join our family.
Our Water and Drainage Management Division is a dynamic and rapidly expanding part of our business. This division provides a variety of services, including drainage surveys, maintenance, and rehabilitation across the entire highway network. Joining this team, you'll be at the forefront of the industry and have access to one of the UK's largest and most technologically advanced transport fleets.


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So, if you'd like to join the FM Conway family as a Drainage Operative, click Apply today! We're actively reviewing applications and looking to interview suitable candidates as soon as possible.
Closing Date: 22/07/2026
FM Conway is an award-winning equal opportunities employer. We recognise that our workforce should reflect our diverse communities and we are proudly committed to creating an inclusive culture in which we celebrate and value individuals from all walks of life. EDI-Strategy
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