Drainer/Pipelayer

MH AND O PTY LTD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CK Pipelines Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled Drainer to join our team for hands-on drainage and pipelaying work across various projects. You will install, maintain, and repair underground drainage systems, reading plans and ensuring safe, efficient execution to project specs.

The role requires experience with stormwater, sewerage, and drainage installations, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work independently or with a team in diverse weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in drainage, pipelaying, or a related field, and/or at least three years of relevant practical experience in drainage and pipelaying work.
• Demonstrated experience in installing and maintaining underground drainage, sewerage, and stormwater systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing underground stormwater, sewerage, and drainage systems.
• Reading and interpreting construction plans, drawings, and technical specifications to determine drainage layouts, pipe alignments, gradients, and installation requirements.
• Setting out drainage lines and determining excavation depths in accordance with project plans.
• Excavating trenches and preparing ground surfaces for the installation of drainage pipes and associated infrastructure.
• Laying, aligning, joining, and securing pipes, fittings, and drainage components.
• Installing pits, culverts, manholes, inspection openings, and other drainage structures as required.
• Connecting drainage pipes to existing sewerage, stormwater, and wastewater systems.
• Installing underground pipe networks and associated drainage infrastructure.
• Backfilling trenches, compacting soil, and reinstating work areas following the completion of drainage installations.
• Inspecting completed drainage works to identify leaks, blockages, alignment issues, and other defects.

Skills

Read construction drawings

Drainage installation

Pipelaying

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Education

Relevant qualification in drainage/pipelaying or related field

Tools

Drainage tools & equipment

Job description

CK Pipelines Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled, reliable, and motivated Drainer to join our team. This is a hands-on role within our pipelaying and drainage operations, involving the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground drainage systems across various projects. The successful candidate will work closely with site supervisors and project teams to ensure drainage and pipelaying works are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, technical requirements, and relevant industry standards.

Key responsibilities

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing underground stormwater, sewerage, and drainage systems.
• Reading and interpreting construction plans, drawings, and technical specifications to determine drainage layouts, pipe alignments, gradients, and installation requirements.
• Setting out drainage lines and determining excavation depths in accordance with project plans.
• Excavating trenches and preparing ground surfaces for the installation of drainage pipes and associated infrastructure.
• Laying, aligning, joining, and securing pipes, fittings, and drainage components.
• Installing pits, culverts, manholes, inspection openings, and other drainage structures as required.
• Connecting drainage pipes to existing sewerage, stormwater, and wastewater systems.
• Installing underground pipe networks and associated drainage infrastructure.
• Backfilling trenches, compacting soil, and reinstating work areas following the completion of drainage installations.
• Inspecting completed drainage works to identify leaks, blockages, alignment issues, and other defects.

About you

• Relevant qualification in drainage, pipelaying, or a related field, and/or at least three years of relevant practical experience in drainage and pipelaying work.
• Demonstrated experience in installing and maintaining underground drainage, sewerage, and stormwater systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of pipe-laying techniques, drainage installation methods, and trenching procedures.
• Ability to use drainage tools, equipment, and construction materials safely and effectively.
• Understanding of construction site safety requirements and safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual tasks in varying weather conditions.

About us

CK Pipelines Pty Ltd is committed to delivering high-quality drainage and pipeline projects while maintaining a commitment to safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction.