Team Leader - Water and Drainage in Sittingbourne

Team Leader - Water and Drainage in Sittingbourne

Sittingbourne Full-Time 40500 - 49500 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead teams in delivering essential drainage services and ensure community safety.
  • Company: Join FM Conway, a people-focused company dedicated to making a difference.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, company van, 23 days leave, and ongoing training.
  • Other info: Join a fast-growing team with excellent career progression opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your leadership skills in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in drainage, operational planning, and a full UK driving licence required.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.

Lead by example. Make a difference every day.

At FM Conway, our Team Leaders do far more than manage operations.

They play a vital role in leading our teams, maintaining high standards and ensuring our drainage services keep communities safe, prevent flooding and protect the UK's essential infrastructure.

We're looking for an experienced and motivated

Team Leader to join our growing Water and Drainage Management team.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll lead our operational crews, support the day‑to‑day planning of works and help deliver a safe, efficient and high‑quality service across our contracts.

No two days are the same.

Whether you're leading morning briefings, supporting crews on site, carrying out quality inspections or planning the next day's workload, you'll finish each day knowing you've made a real difference to both your team and our customers.

As one of our Team Leader, you will

  • Lead and coordinate the day‑to‑day delivery of drainage operations, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with contract requirements.
  • Deliver daily team briefings, allocate work, prepare vehicles, equipment and resources, and work closely with planners to ensure crews are ready for each shift.
  • Support, coach and develop operational teams by providing on‑site guidance, practical assistance and training, particularly for new starters.
  • Carry out regular site inspections, quality checks and health & safety audits, providing feedback to continuously improve performance and standards.
  • Monitor operational performance, complete relevant documentation and report any absence, vehicle damage, equipment issues or operational concerns.
  • Promote a positive safety culture by delivering toolbox talks, completing return‑to‑work meetings and ensuring company procedures are consistently followed.

You'll ideally have

We're looking for someone who enjoys leading from the front, takes pride in delivering a high‑quality service and thrives as part of a close‑knit team.

You'll bring previous drainage experience, a good understanding of operational planning and experience coordinating field‑based teams.

You'll hold a full UK driving licence and a

SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) , alongside a strong commitment to health and safety and a positive, proactive approach to leadership.

If you're passionate about developing people and delivering operational excellence, we'll provide the support and opportunities to help you continue growing your career with FM Conway.

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 further develop your leadership skills or progress within the wider business, we'll support you every step of the way.

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll receive

  • Company van.
  • 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Company pension.
  • Life assurance.
  • Ongoing training and career development.
  • Internal progression opportunities.
  • Shopping discounts through our Rewarding Great People platform.
  • Health and wellbeing support, including 24‑hour advice lines and access to our Mental Health First Aiders.

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.

Join our family. Lead our teams. Make a difference.

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.

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Team Leader - Water and Drainage in Sittingbourne employer: FM Conway Ltd

At FM Conway, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values its people and fosters a supportive work culture. As a CCTV Drainage Operative, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, career development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package, all while making a tangible impact on the communities we serve. Join our dedicated team in a role where every day brings new challenges and rewards, and experience the satisfaction of contributing to essential infrastructure maintenance in a dynamic environment.

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Contact Details:

FM Conway Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Team Leader - Water and Drainage in Sittingbourne

Leadership Skills
Operational Planning
Drainage Experience
Health and Safety Awareness
Team Coordination
Quality Inspection
Coaching and Development