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Pipelayer
Location: Friston, Suffolk
Pay Rate: £20 - £26 ph PAYE/ PAYE UMBRELLA/ CIS UMBRELLA
Key Responsibilities:
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Interpret and work from construction drawings and plans.
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Set out and level trenches using laser levels and dumpy levels.
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Excavate and prepare trenches manually or with machinery (in coordination with operators).
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Lay pipes (e.g., concrete, clay, PVC, ductile iron) to line and level.
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Install manholes, chambers, and catch basins as per design.
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Ensure proper pipe bedding and compaction using suitable materials.
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Perform jointing and sealing using couplings, gaskets, or welding (where applicable).
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Backfill and compact trenches to required specifications.
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Work in accordance with site-specific risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
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Coordinate with site supervisors and other trades on-site.
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Ensure safe operation around live utilities and existing infrastructure.
Qualifications & Experience:
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CSCS card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) – essential in the UK.
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Relevant NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Pipe Laying, Drainage or Groundworks (preferred).
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CPCS or NPORS plant tickets (for machinery use) – desirable.
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Confined space training – an advantage.
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Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant on-site pipelaying experience.
Skills & Competencies:
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Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and plans.
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Proficient in using laser levels, trench boxes, and pipe lasers.
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Understanding of health and safety practices in construction.
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Good teamwork and communication skills.
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Physically fit and able to work in demanding outdoor environments.
Working Conditions:
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Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
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Physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, and working in confined spaces.
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May involve night shifts or weekend work depending on project timelines
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