Drainlayer

CV-Library • Tonbridge, Kent • 18min ago

Drainlayer – Groundworks & Residential Drainage

Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent Job Type: Contract Duration: 4 Months Company: Keyman Personnel – Part of KTS Group

Keyman Personnel, part of KTS Group, is recruiting an experienced Drainlayer for a six-month domestic residential construction project in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.

This is a hands-on, site-based position requiring a skilled Drainlayer with strong experience in underground drainage installation, groundworks and residential construction.

We are looking for someone with a minimum of 3 years' relevant drainage experience, who can work confidently and independently as part of an established site team.

Key Responsibilities

Installing underground foul and surface water drainage systems.
Laying drainage pipes accurately to specified lines, levels and gradients.
Installing manholes, inspection chambers, gullies and associated drainage components.
Preparing pipe bedding and surrounds to required specifications.
Carrying out drainage connections and ensuring correct alignment and falls.
Assisting with excavations, trench preparation and backfilling.
Reading and interpreting drainage drawings and following setting-out information provided by the Site Engineer.
Working alongside groundworkers, machine operators and site management.
Checking installation quality and ensuring works meet project specifications.
Maintaining safe working practices, particularly around excavations and trenches.

Essential Requirements

Minimum 3 years' experience as a Drainlayer or Groundworker specialising in drainage.
Valid CSCS card – essential.
Proven experience installing foul and surface water drainage.
Strong understanding of pipe gradients, levels and drainage connections.
Experience installing drainage chambers, manholes and associated pipework.
Ability to work independently and follow construction drawings.
Good understanding of excavation safety and construction site health and safety.
Reliable, hardworking and able to work effectively with other trades.
Ability to travel reliably to the Tunbridge Wells site.