Groundworker

Experienced Drainage Groundworker / Pipelayer (Confined Spaces)

We are looking to recruit experienced Drainage Groundworker / Pipelayers with Confined Spaces training to support upcoming highways drainage works on two major infrastructure schemes.

Works are programmed to commence from w/c 8 June 2026, with increasing labour requirements through late July 2026.

Role Overview

You will be working as a key member of a drainage gang delivering filter and carrier drainage on large-scale civil engineering projects. The role requires a strong background in pipelaying within a highways or infrastructure environment and confidence working in excavations of varying depths.

Typical Gang Structure

• 1 x Grey Hat Supervisor (FLS / Foreman)
• 1 x Experienced Pipelayer (Confined Spaces trained - your role)
• 2 x Excavator Operators (20-30T tracked machines)
• 1 x General Operative

Scope of Works

• Laying carrier and filter drains
• Majority of works less than 2.0m depth
• Some carrier drainage up to 3.0m depth
• Working alongside machine operators and supervising drainage runs
• Highways / infrastructure environment

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Drainage Pipelayer on civils or highways projects
• Confined Spaces trained (essential)
• Solid understanding of drainage specs, levels and tolerances
• Valid CSCS card
• Ability to work safely and efficiently as part of a gang
• Experience with deep drainage advantageous

• Location: Based in Ipswich - accomodation will be provided for if you don''t live locally.

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