360 Operator

Norse Contracts Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Norse Contracts Ltd in Coventry is seeking experienced drainage gangs for a large industrial unit project. Deep drainage installation, excavation, and manhole work form the core duties. Immediate start available for qualified crews.

Candidates must hold CPCS/NPORS 360 ticket and CSCS card, with extensive deep drainage experience (1.5 m+). Safety-first site approach, PPE provided or owned, and full right to work in the UK required.

Qualifications

• CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator ticket (blue/gold card preferred).
• CSCS card (relevant to trade).
• Proven experience in deep drainage (min. 1.5m+ excavations).
• Confined Space / Shoring & Shuttering awareness/training desirable.
• SSSTS/SMSTS an advantage for gang leaders.
• Own PPE (hard hat, boots, hi-vis, gloves).
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Own tools where applicable (pipelayers).
• Strong understanding of health & safety on deep excavation works.

Responsibilities

• Deep drainage installation (foul & surface water) to industrial/commercial specification.
• Excavation, shoring/shuttering, and safe working in deep excavations.
• Laying and jointing pipework (clay, concrete, plastic - various diameters).
• Installation of manholes, chambers, gullies, and headwalls.
• Pipe bedding, backfilling, and compaction to spec.
• Working from engineer's drawings and setting-out information.
• Liaising with site management and adhering to RAMS.

Skills

CPCS/NPORS 360 ticket

CSCS card

Deep drainage experience

Confined Space training

SSSTS/SMSTS advantage

PPE responsibility

Right to work in UK

Pipelayers tools

Health & safety focus

Job description

DRAINAGE GANGS REQUIRED - COVENTRY

Industrial Unit - Deep Drainage | Start Date: Monday, 10th August 2026 (1 week from now)

We are looking for experienced drainage gangs to start on a large industrial unit scheme in Coventry. Deep drainage experience essential. Immediate start available.

Gang Structure

• 1 x 360 Excavator Operator
• 2-3 x Pipelayers

Gangs, pairs, and reliable subcontractors will be considered.

Job Role & Duties

• Deep drainage installation (foul & surface water) to industrial/commercial specification
• Excavation, shoring/shuttering, and safe working in deep excavations
• Laying and jointing pipework (clay, concrete, plastic - various diameters)
• Installation of manholes, chambers, gullies, and headwalls
• Pipe bedding, backfilling, and compaction to spec
• Working from engineer's drawings and setting-out information
• Liaising with site management and adhering to RAMS

Skills & Qualifications Required

• CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator ticket (for operators) - blue/gold card preferred
• CSCS card (relevant to trade)
• Proven experience in deep drainage (min. 1.5m+ excavations)
• Confined Space / Shoring & Shuttering awareness/training desirable
• SSSTS/SMSTS an advantage for gang leaders
• Own PPE (hard hat, boots, hi-vis, gloves)
• Full right to work in the UK
• Own tools where applicable (pipelayers)
• Strong understanding of health & safety on deep excavation works