Drainer - Tieleman Excavation & Construction

11 Recruitment; Tom Price; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, long-term

Competitive salary

Major infrastructure projects

Strong safety culture

Ongoing training

Job summary

Tieleman Excavation & Construction is seeking a full-time Drainer to contribute to civil and infrastructure projects in Tom Price, WA. You will join a skilled team on regional and remote sites, installing and maintaining drainage systems.

The role requires a trade qualification, 2–3 years' experience in drainage or underground utilities, ability to read plans, WHS compliance, White Card, and a current HR licence desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven 2–3+ years' experience in civil construction, drainage, or underground utilities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and plans.
• White Card (Construction Induction) – mandatory.
• Current HR/driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain drainage systems.
• Lay pipes, conduits and fittings for underground infrastructure.
• Excavate and prepare trenches per engineering specifications.
• Read plans and site instructions.
• Backfill, compact, and test drainage systems.
• Work alongside excavation crews on trenching and earthworks.
• Ensure WHS compliance and environmental requirements.
• Assist with installation of related underground services.

Skills

Trade qualification

2-3 years experience

Read drawings

WHS compliance

White Card

HR licence desirable

Job description

Full-time Drainer position available in Tom Price WA 6751.

Job Ad Summary

Full-time Drainer position available with competitive salary. Work in a dynamic team in Tom Price, WA.

Position: Drainer Work location: 50 Nameless Valley Dr, Tom Price, WA 6751 Job Type: Full-time Salary: $80K to $100K per annum + superannuation Tieleman Excavation & Construction

Tieleman Excavation & Construction is a trusted provider of specialised excavation and underground utility services across Western Australia, delivering projects across civil, mining, energy, and telecommunications sectors.

About the Role

You will contribute to a range of civil and infrastructure projects involving:

• Trenching and earthworks
• Pit and pipe installation
• Underground utility construction
• Drainage system installation

This role involves working with a skilled team across diverse project environments, including regional and remote sites.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Installing, repairing, and maintaining drainage systems, including stormwater, sewer, and subsoil drainage
• Laying pipes, conduits, and associated fittings for underground utility infrastructure
• Excavating and preparing trenches for drainage installation in accordance with engineering specifications
• Reading and interpreting plans, drawings, and site instructions
• Backfilling, compacting, and testing installed drainage systems
• Working alongside excavation crews on trenching, earthworks, and site preparation activities
• Ensuring compliance with WHS standards, environmental requirements, and site procedures
• Conducting inspections, fault finding, and maintenance of drainage systems
• Assisting with installation of related underground services such as pipelines, conduits, and cable infrastructure

Skills & Experience

• Relevant trade qualification or equivalent experience as a Drainer
• Proven at least 2-3 year's work experience in civil construction, drainage, or underground utilities
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and plans
• Experience working in excavation and trenching environments
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements and safe work practices
• White Card (Construction Induction) - mandatory
• Relevant tickets (e.g. excavator, confined space, working at heights) - desirable
• Current driver's licence (HR desirable)

What We Offer

• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Competitive salary aligned with market rates
• Work on major infrastructure and resource sector projects
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• Modern equipment and ongoing training opportunities

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