Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Pipe Layer / Groundworker and play a vital role in laying the foundation for essential infrastructure projects. This energetic position involves working outdoors in various environments, utilizing your technical skills and mechanical knowledge to install, maintain, and repair underground piping systems. If you thrive on hands-on work, enjoy working as part of a motivated crew, and are eager to contribute to impactful construction projects, this is the opportunity for you! We prioritize safety, teamwork, and quality craftsmanship in everything we do.
Duties
- Excavate trenches and prepare sites for pipe installation using hand tools, power tools, and excavators
- Lay, align, and secure underground pipes according to project specifications and safety standards
- Operate machinery such as excavators and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently
- Weld pipe sections or fittings where necessary to ensure secure connections
- Use hand tools and mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot issues during installation or repairs
- Assist with electrical wiring or connections related to piping systems when required
- Conduct routine inspections of installed piping for leaks, alignment, or damage during project progress
Requirements
- Proven experience operating excavators and other heavy machinery on construction sites
- Skilled in welding techniques with the ability to join pipes securely
- Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and their safe operation in a construction environment
- Mechanical knowledge related to piping systems, fittings, and installation procedures
- Electrical experience or understanding of electrical components associated with underground systems is a plus
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions while maintaining safety standards
- Strong teamwork ethic with excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Join us in building vital infrastructure while advancing your skills in a fast-paced, energetic environment! We are committed to providing paid positions that support your growth as a skilled groundworker.
Pay: £22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38.0 – 50.0 per week
Work Location: In person