Skilled Deep Drainage Gang
Coinford Ltd
Install deep drainage systems on civil engineering projects.
10 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Bishop's Stortford, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Groundworks
Remediation
Concrete Frames
Residential Building Construction
Nonresidential Building Construction
Waste Management Services
Role
What you would be doing
trench setup
pipe laying
groundwater management
drawing interpretation
laser alignment
backfilling
- Safely set up and operate trench boxes, manhole boxes, drag boxes, and trench sheets.
- Maintain clear communication with site engineers, supervisors, and plant operators to ensure smooth workflow and programme delivery.
- Excavate, construct, and bench manholes and inspection chambers to specification.
- Carry out daily pre-start checks and basic maintenance on plant and tools.
- Lay and joint concrete, clay, and plastic pipes of various diameters, ensuring correct bedding, surround, and testing procedures are followed.
- Ensure all drainage works meet design and quality standards.
- Report maintenance needs or defects promptly to site management.
- Manage groundwater effectively, including the safe setup and operation of pumps.
- Maintain correct trench preparation and backfilling processes to prevent settlement or failure.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, drainage layouts, and specifications accurately.
- Operate pipe lasers to achieve correct line and level.
- Work safely around live services, using approved service avoidance techniques.
What you bring
cscs card
drainage
groundworks
plant tickets
work permit
safety
- Strong awareness of safety practices and methodical working.
- Kerbing, edging, slab laying, and block paving.
- Please note that to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards affiliated with CSCS and carrying the CSCS hologram. We no longer accept traditional NPORS cards. If you would like further details on how to transfer your card from the traditional scheme to the CSCS scheme, please click How to achieve an NPORS CSCS Operator Card - NPORS
- Good understanding of materials and methods used in underground drainage, road formation, and hard/soft landscaping.
- 5-10+ years’ experience in skilled groundworks, specialising in deep drainage installation.
- Training and upskilling tailored to project and site requirements.
- Must hold a valid Right to Work in the UK.
- Valid CSCS card (operative or above).
- Proven experience working as part of a drainage gang or small site team.
- CPCS/NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) tickets for relevant plant (e.g. 360 Excavator, Dumper, Roller).
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering quality work.
- Competitive, fair rates of pay.
- The opportunity to work with a respected, professional company known for delivering excellence.
- Long-term opportunities and ongoing project work across multiple sites.
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Company
Overview
- With decades of expertise in construction and civil engineering.
- Specializes in delivering high-quality infrastructure, residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
- A strong reputation for excellence, focusing on safety, precision, and innovation.
- Completed projects across diverse sectors including utilities, energy, and water resources.
- Provides tailored solutions for clients' needs, from complex infrastructure works to large-scale residential developments.
- Committed to quality and customer satisfaction, trusted by both private and public sectors.
- Known for a hands-on approach and tackling challenging projects in the competitive construction sector.
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