Careers
We put People First to guarantee that everyone involved in our work – our employees, our partners and the public – goes home healthy and safe at the end of the day.
We put People First to guarantee that everyone involved in our work – our employees, our partners and the public – goes home healthy and safe at the end of the day.
Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom
Build your future with FM Conway.
At FM Conway, our Drainage Operatives play a vital role in protecting communities, supporting essential wastewater services and keeping critical infrastructure running safely and efficiently.
We're looking for motivated Drainage Operatives to join our growing Water and Drainage Management team, working on our Wastewater Treatment contract. Working alongside experienced HGV Drivers as part of a supportive team, you'll learn specialist skills, work with industry-leading equipment and support essential planned and reactive wastewater operations.
You'll work across a variety of environments, including wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and wastewater networks, supporting the maintenance and operation of critical infrastructure.
No two days are the same. Whether you're supporting high-pressure water jetting, carrying out drainage cleaning, assisting with tankering and over-pumping operations or responding to urgent wastewater incidents, you'll finish each shift knowing your work has made a genuine difference.
.Grow your career with us
We're committed to developing our people. If you demonstrate the right attitude and successfully complete your probation period, you'll have the opportunity to undertake our HGV Apprenticeship Programme, allowing you to gain your HGV licence and progress your career within FM Conway.
It's just one of the many ways we'll invest in your future.
As one of our Drainage Operatives, you will:
You'll ideally have:
We're looking for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work, takes pride in delivering a great service and thrives as part of a close-knit team. You'll hold a full UK driving licence, with a strong commitment to health and safety and a positive, reliable attitude. Previous drainage experience is beneficial but isn't essential, and experience in High Pressure Water Jetting, Street Works or Confined Space working would be advantageous. If you're willing to learn and bring the right mindset, we'll provide the training and support you need to build a successful career with FM Conway, including the opportunity to complete our HGV Apprenticeship Programme after successfully passing your probation.
Why join FM Conway?
At FM Conway, you're not just joining a company – you're joining a business built around its people.
We invest in our colleagues, celebrate success and provide opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career. Whether you're looking to build specialist knowledge within water and drainage or develop your career within the wider business, we'll support you every step of the way.
Alongside a competitive salary, you'll receive:
Our Water and Drainage Management Division is one of the fastest-growing areas of FM Conway. Working with one of the UK's largest specialist fleets, we deliver innovative drainage maintenance, surveying and rehabilitation services that help keep our roads, communities and environment moving.
If you're looking for a role where every day is different, your work has real purpose and you'll be supported to grow, we'd love to hear from you.
Join our family. Build your future. Make a difference.