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Our client, a well-established civil engineering and utility contractor, is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Groundworker / Water Mains Layer to support the delivery of water infrastructure projects across major utility frameworks. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who has a strong background in water mains installation, can lead a gang on site, and is comfortable working alongside operatives to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities Installation, maintenance and repair of water mains and associated infrastructure Laying and connecting new water mains, including larger diameter pipework Installation of stop taps, valves and associated fittings Delivery of bypass works and complex water network connections Working from utility drawings and project specifications Leading and coordinating a small gang of operatives on site Supporting site delivery while remaining hands-on when required Ensuring compliance with health & safety, quality, and client standards Essential Requirements Proven experience working on water mains projects Previous experience on Thames Water, Welsh Water, or similar water authority frameworks Valid Water Hygiene Certificate Strong understanding of water network infrastructure and mains installation Ability to lead a gang and manage day-to-day site activities Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Butt Fusion experience/qualification Electro Fusion experience/qualification NRSWA Streetworks EUSR Water Hygiene SSSTS or SMSTS What's On Offer? Competitive salary package Permanent, long-term opportunity Ongoing work across established utility frameworks Career progression opportunities Company vehicle and fuel card (where applicable) Overtime opportunities Pension and additional company benefits If you're an experienced Water Mains Layer, Lead Groundworker, or Working Foreman looking for a new permanent opportunity within the utilities sector, we'd like to hear from you.

Groundworker / Gully Operative Assistant Pace Infrastructure are currently looking for experienced Groundworkers / Gully Operative Assistants to support highway drainage and gully cleansing works on ongoing infrastructure projects. This is a hands-on role working alongside gully wagon teams carrying out drainage maintenance, cleansing operations, and general highway support duties. Duties Include: Assisting the Gully Operative with drainage and cleansing works Lifting and removing gully grids and covers Jetting and clearing blocked drainage systems Supporting vacuum tanker / gully wagon operations Manual handling and site set-up Traffic management support where required Maintaining safe working areas and following site procedures General groundworks and labouring duties Requirements: Previous experience in groundworks, highways, drainage or utilities CSCS Card preferred NRSWA / Streetworks beneficial Confined Space or Water Jetting tickets advantageous Good attitude and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions Full UK Driving Licence preferred What We Offer: Long-term work opportunities Weekly pay Immediate starts available Overtime and night shifts available on selected projects Opportunity to progress within highways and drainage operations To apply, please submit your CV or contact the Pace Infrastructure recruitment team for more information.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworker to join a busy civils and groundworks project. The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of external works and infrastructure activities, working as part of an established site team delivering high-quality groundworks packages. Working hours are 7:30am - 4:30pm Duties Will Include: Kerbing installation Flagging and paving works Concrete works including slabs, bases and finishing Drainage and associated groundworks Excavation and reinstatement works General civils and external works activities Working safely and efficiently to programme requirements Requirements: Valid CSCS Card (Blue Skilled Worker Card preferred) Proven experience in groundworks and civils projects Ability to work from drawings and follow site instructions Strong understanding of health and safety on site Reliable, hardworking and able to work as part of a team Desirable: Forward Tipping Dumper Ticket Ride-On Roller Ticket 360 Excavator Ticket (Above and Below 10 Tonnes) Streetworks/NRSWA qualification What We Offer: Competitive rates of pay Long-term work opportunities Immediate start available Opportunity to work on a well-established project with a reputable contractor If interested apply now or contact Luke Thompson for more information.