Pipe Layer

Smith & Co; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith & Co Recruitment is seeking experienced Civil Pipelayers and Pipe Layer Labourers to support major civil contractors across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Ipswich. You will handle trenching, pipe installation and pit construction on underground drainage projects.

Roles involve working with Excavator Operators, following plans, and maintaining safety and quality on site. Immediate starts available across multiple sites with long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in sewer, stormwater, drainage or water main installation.
• Experience around excavators and mobile plant.
• Current Construction White Card.
• Ability to follow construction plans and site instructions.
• Current driver’s licence and transport to sites.

Responsibilities

• Install sewer, stormwater, drainage and water main infrastructure.
• Prepare trenches, bedding and surrounding areas for pipe installation.
• Assist with laying, positioning and connecting underground pipe systems.
• Operate pipe lasers and dumpy levels to maintain correct grades.
• Read construction drawings, site plans and installation specifications.
• Check pipe alignment, levels and installation accuracy.
• Support pit construction and drainage structure installation.
• Coordinate with Excavator Operators during excavation and pipe placement.
• Assist with backfilling and general civil construction activities.
• Follow site safety procedures and maintain quality workmanship.

Skills

Civil piping experience

Pipe Layer Labourer

Underground drainage installation

Sewer and stormwater installation

Ability to read drawings

White Card

Driver's licence

Reliable transport

Operate with excavators

Physically fit

Tools

Pipe lasers

Dumpy levels

Levelling equipment

RII machinery tickets

Job description

Civil Pipelayers & Pipe Layer Labourers | Brisbane & SEQ

About Your New Role

Smith & Co is currently seeking experienced Civil Pipelayers and Pipe Layer Labourers to join reputable civil contractors delivering major construction projects throughout Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Ipswich. With multiple projects underway and further works commencing, we're looking for skilled workers with experience in underground services, drainage, sewer and stormwater installation.

You’ll be involved in a variety of civil construction activities, including trench preparation, pipe installation, pit construction and working alongside Excavator Operators to complete underground infrastructure works.

These opportunities offer $40–$55 per hour + penalties, depending on experience and project requirements, with consistent hours, weekly pay and potential long-term employment.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rates of $40–$55 + penalties
• Weekly pay with consistent hours across active civil projects
• Immediate starts available across selected sites
• Up to 10-hour shifts depending on project requirements
• Ongoing work with established civil construction contractors
• Opportunities across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Ipswich
• Projects involving subdivisions, road construction and major infrastructure
• Temporary-to-permanent employment pathways on selected projects
• Work alongside experienced Pipelayers, Operators and civil crews
• Potential career progression into Leading Hand and Foreman positions

Key Responsibilities

• Install sewer, stormwater, drainage and water main infrastructure
• Prepare trenches, bedding and surrounding areas for pipe installation
• Assist with laying, positioning and connecting underground pipe systems
• Operate pipe lasers and dumpy levels to maintain correct grades
• Read construction drawings, site plans and installation specifications
• Check pipe alignment, levels and installation accuracy
• Support pit construction and drainage structure installation
• Coordinate with Excavator Operators during excavation and pipe placement
• Assist with backfilling and general civil construction activities
• Follow site safety procedures and maintain quality workmanship

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Civil Pipelayer or Pipe Layer Labourer
• Background in sewer, stormwater, drainage or water main installation
• Understanding of underground services and civil pipe installation
• Experience working safely around excavators and other mobile plant
• Current Construction White Card
• Ability to follow construction plans and site instructions
• Confidence using pipe lasers, dumpy levels or other levelling equipment relevant to your role
• Current driver’s licence and reliable transport to project locations
• Physically capable of completing hands‑on civil construction duties
• Reliable, safety‑conscious and comfortable working within a civil crew

Highly Regarded

• Experience across subdivision, roadworks or major infrastructure projects
• Pit and pipe construction or underground drainage experience
• Strong understanding of pipe grades, bedding and trench preparation
• Previous Leading Hand or Foreman experience
• Relevant RII machinery tickets or additional civil construction competencies

Don’t meet every requirement?

If you have practical experience supporting pipelaying crews or working on drainage projects, we’d still encourage you to apply. Opportunities are available for both experienced Pipelayers and Pipe Layer Labourers.

About Your Team

You’ll work alongside experienced Site Supervisors, Leading Hands, Excavator Operators, Pipelayers and Civil Labourers. Daily responsibilities and crew structures will vary depending on the project and your experience.

About Smith & Co Recruitment

Smith & Co Recruitment partners with established civil contractors throughout South East Queensland, connecting skilled workers with ongoing opportunities across subdivisions, road construction, drainage and major infrastructure projects.

With multiple clients and active projects, we aim to match your experience, preferred location and career goals with suitable positions.

Questions?

For more information or assistance with your application, contact Ashton on 0457 418 *** or email ******@smithandco.net.au.

We aim to respond to applications within 1–2 business days.