At a Glance
- Tasks: Install and commission water and gas systems on live pipelines.
- Company: Established utilities organisation focused on impactful infrastructure projects.
- Benefits: Health cashback, employee assistance, cycle to work scheme, and enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in communities while advancing your career in the utilities sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in gas or water utilities, strong teamwork, and safety knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 40000 £ per year.
Are you a skilled gas or water mains service layer with hands-on experience in the installation and commissioning of water and gas systems? Our client is a well-established utilities organisation specialising in field-based site installations and project work. You will play a crucial role in the safe installation, testing and commissioning of new utility connections onto live pipelines. Your focus on safety, combined with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, will be essential as you work alongside operatives and contractors on sensitive sites and public highways. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within the utilities sector, working on meaningful infrastructure projects that serve communities across the country.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out the hands-on installation, testing and commissioning of new water and gas connections onto live pipelines.
- Prepare and review clear Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) before work begins.
- Work closely with colleagues and external contractors.
- Safely operate site machinery and equipment, such as excavators and winches.
- Adapt to changing project requirements to ensure success.
Who Are They Looking For:
- Gas or water utility experience.
- Installing extensive pipework.
- Infrastructure, building site and construction experience.
- Experience working with and writing RAMS.
- CSCS card.
- Valid driving licence.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements for sensitive sites and public highways.
- NRSWA qualification - desired.
- Utility SHEA gas and SHEA water certifications - desired.
- EUSR Water hygiene card – desired.
- Understanding of polyethylene and metallic gas and water systems.
Benefits:
- Health Cashback Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- High Street Discounts portal.
- Salary Sacrifice Pension.
- Life Assurance.
- Health and Wellbeing programme.
- On-site parking.
- Subsidised canteen.
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your technical skills to projects that matter, apply now to play a vital role in maintaining the UK's essential utility infrastructure.
Mains & Service Layer employer: Oyster Recruitment Limited
Join a leading utilities organisation that prioritises safety and collaboration, offering a supportive work culture where your skills in gas and water mains installation will be valued. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to comprehensive benefits including health cashback schemes, enhanced parental leave, and opportunities for professional development, all while contributing to vital infrastructure projects that serve communities across the UK.
Contact Details:
Oyster Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
