Water Network Operative

The Clancy Group; Horsham; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clancy Xtras

Employee benefits discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Clancy Group is seeking a Water Network Operative to join our Horsham team, helping locate and repair defects on the clean water network and keep water flowing safely. This is a hands-on, outdoor role supporting our contract with Southern Water.

You will work closely with an experienced Team Leader to develop knowledge of the network, with emphasis on safety and quality. A full, clean driving licence is essential; NRSWA qualification desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in locating and repairing water network defects is ideal.
• Good understanding of construction or water industry.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Locating and repairing defects on water mains, helping to maintain the clean water network.
• Checking tools, equipment and systems to ensure they are safe and maintained.
• Carrying out risk assessments and following safe working practices.
• Working as part of a team to complete work efficiently and to the required standard.
• Following Clancy's health, safety and environmental procedures at all times.

Skills

Water network repairs

Teamwork

Health & safety

Driving licence

Education

NRSWA qualification desirable

Job description

hat’s why we need people like you to help us deliver on our promises. People who enjoy getting things done!

We're looking for a Water Network Operative to join our team, working on our contract with Southern Water.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, isn’t afraid of getting stuck in and takes pride in doing a good job. You'll be involved in locating and repairing defects on the clean water network, helping to keep water flowing and ensuring work is carried out safely and to a high standard.

You’ll work alongside an experienced Team Leader who will support you as you develop your knowledge and experience of the clean water network.

Here are some of the activities you will be involved in…

• Locating and repairing defects on water mains, helping to maintain the clean water network.
• Checking tools, equipment and systems to make sure they are safe, fit for purpose and properly maintained.
• Carrying out risk assessments and following safe working practices.
• Working as part of a team to complete work efficiently and to the required standard.
• Following Clancy's health, safety and environmental procedures at all times.

We would love to hear from you if…

You have previous experience in water network repairs and a good understanding of the construction or water industry. You're practical, reliable and happy working outdoors in all weather conditions.

You’ll enjoy working as part of a team, have a sensible approach to health and safety and be keen to develop your skills and knowledge.

A full, clean driving licence is essential, and an NRSWA qualification would be highly desirable.

If you enjoy practical work, take pride in doing a good job and are looking for an opportunity to develop your skills, we’d be pleased to hear from you.

Our Company

Every day we work smarter, greener and use our imaginations.

Our purpose at Clancy is simple - we make life better for everyone’s growing families. We play a vital role in providing fresh drinking water and power to millions of homes and businesses and so much more.

We are one of the biggest family owned construction businesses in the UK and we care about our people, our clients and the environment.

Company: The Clancy Group | Salary: £15 - £17 per hour | Hours: Full-time | Location: Horsham, RH12 3UB | Job type: Permanent | Posting date: 4 Nov 2026 | Closing date: 4 Dec 2026

Benefits

In addition to helping you reach your career goals, a competitive salary, pension, healthcare and holiday allowance starting at 22 days per annum, we also offer perks including Clancy Xtras, our employee benefits programme with discounts for numerous well‑known retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Currys PC World and Vue Cinemas, cycle to work scheme as well as an Employee Assistance Programme.

• Clancy Xtras
• Employee benefits programme with discounts for numerous retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Currys PC World, Vue Cinemas
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Clancy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for you to attend an interview, please do let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident Committed.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme