Lead Pipe Layer & Site Leader - Drainage Expert

Gforce Employment Solutions; Geelong; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Permanent opportunity

Job summary

Gforce Employment Solutions is seeking a skilled Pipe Layer Crew Leader to oversee on-site civil pipe laying, drainage, and underground services. You will lead a crew, read plans, and ensure safe, compliant execution of works in Geelong and surrounding sites.

We offer a competitive hourly rate, consistent full-time hours, a company vehicle and tools, plus the potential for ongoing permanent employment in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Civil Pipe Layer and/or Leading Hand.
• Strong understanding of drainage systems, underground services, and civil infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and set-out levels.
• Sound knowledge of civil construction methods and best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• A strong commitment to health and safety on-site.
• Reliable transport and a positive, hardworking attitude.
• A current White Card (essential).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead civil pipe laying teams on-site.
• Set out, install, and maintain stormwater, sewer, and drainage infrastructure.
• Interpret construction plans, drawings, and levels accurately.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Coordinate daily workloads and communicate effectively with Site Supervisors and Project Managers.
• Operate and work safely around excavators, trenching equipment, and other civil machinery.
• Perform trenching, bedding, pipe installation, backfilling, and related civil construction activities.
• Promote and enforce workplace health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Complete site records, reports, and required documentation.

Skills

Civil Pipe Layer

Leading Hand

Drainage systems

Plans & set-out

Health & safety

White Card

Job description

Gforce Employment Solutions is seeking a skilled Pipe Layer Crew Leader to oversee on-site civil pipe laying, drainage, and underground services. You will lead a crew, read plans, and ensure safe, compliant execution of works in Geelong and surrounding sites.

We offer a competitive hourly rate, consistent full-time hours, a company vehicle and tools, plus the potential for ongoing permanent employment in a collaborative team environment.