Oyster Recruitment Limited
Mains Layer
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Are you a skilled gas or water mains layer with hands-on experience in the installation and commissioning of water and gas systems?
Our client is a well-established utilities organisation specialising in field-based site installations and project work. You will play a crucial role in the safe installation, testing and commissioning of new utility connections onto live pipelines. Your focus on safety, combined with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, will be essential as you work alongside operatives and contractors on sensitive sites and public highways.
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within the utilities sector, working on meaningful infrastructure projects that serve communities across the country.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out the hands-on installation, testing and commissioning of new water and gas connections onto live pipelines.
- Prepare and review clear Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) before work begins.
- Working closely with colleagues and external contractors.
- Safely operate site machinery and equipment, such as excavators and winches.
- Adapt to changing project requirements to ensure success.
Who Are They Looking For:
- Gas or water utility experience
- Installing extensive pipework of up to 800mm
- Infrastructure, building site and construction experience
- Experience working with and writing RAMS
- CSCS card
- Valid driving licence
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements for sensitive sites and public highways
- NRSWA qualification - desired
- Utility SHEA gas and SHEA water certifications - desired
- EUSR Water hygiene card – desired
- Understanding of polyethylene and metallic gas and water systems
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Benefits
- Health Cashback Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- High Street Discounts portal
- Salary Sacrifice Pension
- Life Assurance
- Health and Wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Subsidised canteen
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your technical skills to projects that matter, apply now to play a vital role in maintaining the UK's essential utility infrastructure.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills