https://jobs.co.uk/job/general-operatives-water-main-pipe-layers-fawkes-reece-london--ca1af33f-9d53-4f2d-a067-788fd37d517b RSS feed for General Operatives / Water Main Pipe Layers at Fawkes & Reece London. en-gb Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:34:49 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/general-operatives-water-main-pipe-layers-fawkes-reece-london--ca1af33f-9d53-4f2d-a067-788fd37d517b https://jobs.co.uk/job/general-operatives-water-main-pipe-layers-fawkes-reece-london--ca1af33f-9d53-4f2d-a067-788fd37d517b Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:53:36 GMT Location: City | Salary: 30000.00-30000.00 Annual | Type: Permanent | Fawkes and 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 ResponsibilitiesAssist 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 a... Permanent