Mains Laying Operative

  • Wynex People Ltd
  • Doncaster, Yorkshire
  • Oct 28, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

2. Mains Laying Operative / Mains Installation Supervisor

Location: National (various projects across the UK)
Contract Type: Job-by-job, potential for full-time

Role Overview:
We are looking for experienced Mains Laying Operatives or Supervisors to install and maintain high-pressure sprinkler mains for commercial properties nationwide. Teams will work with ductile or PE pipework (up to 355mm diameter) and carry out testing to industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lay ductile or PE pipework for sprinkler systems

  • Test and commission mains to required standards

  • Undertake repairs, leak detection, and pipe replacement on existing systems

  • Collaborate with civils teams on site

  • Maintain safe working practices at all times

Requirements:

  • L2 NCO Mains Laying qualification

  • Experience in installation and testing of high-pressure pipework

  • Ability to undertake repairs, excavation, and reinstatement

  • Own tools and transport preferred

  • Supervisors: leadership experience and ability to manage a team

What We Offer:

  • Competitive rates on a job-by-job basis

  • Opportunities to work on national projects

  • Potential full-time employment for reliable teams

  • Career progression for supervisors into larger site management roles