Operative (Water Management)

At Carnell, we’re raising the standard of excellence in highway maintenance and inspiring our partners and clients to share our commitment to safety, innovation and social value.

As a business built on passion, responsiveness, trust and respect, we’re looking for someone who shares those values.

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Water Management Operative to join our Water Management Services team.

In this role, you will support the delivery of drainage asset inventory, condition, and mapping surveys across the UK's highways network.

Working as part of a survey team, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in the highways and drainage sector, as full training will be provided to the right candidate.

As this role involves nationwide projects, applicants must be willing to travel, stay away from home when required, and work a mixture of day and night shifts.

• What You'll Be Doing
• Supporting drainage asset inventory, condition, and mapping surveys across the UK highways network.
• Following instructions from Supervisors and Project Managers to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.
• Undertaking training and coaching to develop technical knowledge and operational competence.
• Operating and maintaining survey equipment, reporting any faults or defects promptly.
• Working in accordance with standard operating procedures, industry standards, and health and safety requirements.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.
• Assisting with additional project activities and operational tasks as required.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, Supervisors, and Contracts Managers.
• Representing the business professionally when interacting with residents, road users, and other stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• CSCS Operative Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to travel nationally and stay away from home when required.
• Ability to work both day and night shifts.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Professional and dependable approach to work.
• Ability to work independently when required.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Customer-focused, with the ability to interact politely and empathetically with members of the public.

Experience

No previous experience is necessary. We welcome applications from individuals looking to start a new career, as comprehensive on-the-job training and development will be provided.

Why Join Us?

• Full training and ongoing development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on projects across the UK.
• Gain valuable experience within the highways and drainage industry.
• Be part of a supportive and professional team.
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing business.

If you're looking for a hands-on role that offers variety, travel, training, and the chance to develop a rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

• Carnell Benefits
• Pension Scheme
• Referral Scheme
• Death in Service
• Access to online rewards platform
• Group Income Protection
• Additional night shift allowance
• Working away allowance
• Uplift for night working nights.

Carnell is an equal opportunities employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental leave, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

In line with our Social Value commitment, we will guarantee an interview to any member of groups experiencing disadvantage, including long term unemployment, ex-offenders and those not in education, employment or training that meets the essential requirements set out in the job description and person specification