Civils Drainage Engineer
Core
Assist in the delivery of on-site project works for utility services, specifically focusing on the installation, repair, and maintenance of surface water, foul water, and highway drainage systems.
Role type
Drainage Operative
Builds
Surface water, foul water, and highway drainage systems
Domain
Civils Construction / Utilities
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Excavation, pipe laying, trench support, pipe bedding, backfilling, compaction, reinstatement, level checking, gradient checking, alignment checking, underground service location, tool operation, traffic management assistance, waste disposal, site documentation
Preferred skills
Basic drainage or civils construction experience, CSCS card, good IT skills, full UK driving licence
Technologies
Mobile Phones, PDA's
Responsibilities
Attend Stand Downs, Team Briefs, Toolbox Talks and training; Assist with excavation, installation, repair and maintenance of drainage systems; Lay drainage pipes, chambers, gullies, catch pits and associated fittings; Assist with trench support systems; Carry out pipe bedding, backfilling, compaction and reinstatement; Support Team Leader with drainage installation activities; Safely locate and work around existing underground services; Identify and report defects, damage, safety concerns, quality issues or unforeseen site conditions; Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, plant and machinery; Assist with over-pumping, flow management and traffic management activities; Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment; Accurately complete work records, photographs and other site documentation; Represent the company professionally when dealing with customers, clients and members of the public.