Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting for General Operatives / Water Main Pipe Layers to work on major water and civil engineering projects across the M4 Corridor .
We are looking for experienced operatives with backgrounds in water mains, utilities, drainage and civil engineering . This is an excellent opportunity to join established site teams working on long-term water framework projects.
Depending on experience and qualifications, we are looking for both General Operatives and Water Main Pipe Layers .
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Supervisor/Ganger and Machine Operator with day-to-day site activities.
- Work safely in and around supported trenches and chamber excavations.
- Hand dig and expose existing underground services using approved safe-digging procedures.
- Prepare trench formations, bedding and pipe supports.
- Assist with the installation of ductile iron and HDPE water mains .
- Clean, inspect and prepare pipe ends, seals, flanges and jointing surfaces.
- Install mechanical joints, couplings, flange assemblies and restraint systems where competent.
- Install valves, hydrants, air valves, washouts, meters and associated fittings.
- Assist with HDPE butt-fusion or electrofusion activities where appropriately qualified.
- Assist with the installation of precast chambers, bases, rings, cover slabs, steps and covers.
- Assist with reinforcement, formwork and concrete works.
- Place, compact and finish concrete where required.
- Operate small plant and equipment when trained and authorised.
- Assist with dewatering activities in accordance with the approved arrangements.
- Place and compact pipe surround and backfill without damaging installed pipework.
- Assist with pipe measurements, joint records, photographs and material records.
- Maintain good housekeeping and ensure tools and materials are stored safely.
- Report damaged pipes, fittings, shoring, services, tools or lifting equipment immediately.
Water Main Pipe Layer Duties
Experienced Pipe Layers will also be expected to:
- Install and joint ductile iron and HDPE water-main pipework.
- Ensure pipework is correctly aligned and installed to the required levels and gradients.
- Install valves, fittings and associated water-main components.
- Complete mechanical joints, flange connections and restraint systems.
- Carry out pipe preparation and jointing in accordance with the relevant procedures.
- Assist with pressure testing, flushing, chlorination and commissioning activities.
- Maintain clean and segregated tools and equipment for potable-water works.
- Record joint numbers, fitting details and as-built information.
- Work closely with the Supervisor/Ganger and Site Engineer to ensure works are completed to specification.
Requirements
General Operative/Water Mains Pipe Layer
- Previous experience working on civil engineering, utilities, drainage or water projects.
- Experience working in and around excavations.
- Experience with hand digging and exposing underground services.
- Good understanding of site health & safety.
- Ability to work as part of a team in a physically demanding environment.
- Relevant CSCS, EUSR Labourer or NCO Water Assistant card.
The following qualifications would be advantageous:
- HDPE Butt-Fusion certification.
- HDPE Electrofusion certification.
- Ductile Iron Pipe Installation training.
- CPCS/NPORS Slinger/Signaller.
- Forward-Tipping Dumper.
- Ride-on Roller.
- Abrasive Wheels.
- Disc Cutter / Breaker / Compactor training.
- Confined Space training.
- First Aid.
What We Offer
- Long-term opportunities working on a major Water Framework .
- Projects located across the M4 Corridor .
- Ongoing freelance/contract opportunities.
- Competitive rates dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to work on major water and civil engineering projects.
- Potential for continued work for reliable and experienced operatives.
Working Conditions
Candidates should be prepared to:
- Work outdoors throughout the year.
- Work in wet, muddy, noisy and restricted environments.
- Work around deep excavations, heavy plant and operational water sites.
- Travel between sites across the M4 Corridor.
- Work occasional nights, weekends, shutdowns or emergency works where required.
- Wear all required PPE and water-hygiene equipment.
- Undertake physically demanding work.
- Comply with site security, occupational-health and fitness-for-work requirements.
Location: Across the M4 Corridor
Sector: Water / Utilities / Civil Engineering
Roles: General Operative / Water Main Pipe Layer
Employment: Freelance / Contract
Start: ASAP / Immediate
If you are an experienced General Operative or Water Main Pipe Layer looking for long-term work on water projects across the M4 Corridor, please contact Fawkes & Reece today by applying here.
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