Job Description

About Barhale

Who are Barhale?

Barhale is a business founded on family values having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors including:

Water Transport Built environment Energy
We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.

Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.

We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities including:

Tunnelling MEICA Temporary and permanent design Steel-fabrication Signs (design and fabrication) Health & safety equipment and products including PPE

Company Website:

https://www.barhale.co.uk/

Company Showcase Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZA

Why join Barhale?

As a Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to our business strategy, ethos and philosophies. Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes Broad range of civil engineering and mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK's largest infrastructure projects and clients Strong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within as we believe this is a key driver to our success Skills development and training

Pipe Fitter/Mains Layer

The Role

The Pipe Fitter/ Mains Layer is required to cover works within the Southern region.

Key Responsibilities

Water companies permit to work (PTW) System Water main design drawings service drawings and job packs PE pipes with their properties and characteristics Measuring and calibrating water mains Able to distinguish between existing pipe materials and joints Contingency plans and their requirements Temporary works design for pressure testing Thrust block requirements and design Discharge licenses including flow rates 3-stage DENSO process for buried flanged joints Correct choice of pipe-cutting equipment Reinstate of valves, hydrants, and other water network equipment The Importance of bolt torque and recording documentation

Key Measures and Targets

Safely carry out tasks set by the site management team or ganger if part of a gang

Key Relationships

Foreman/General Foreman Site Manager Site operatives Operations Manager

About you

Essential

EUSR joint Material by butt fusion processes (EUSMUNC11) EUSR joint material by ELECTROFUSION processes (EUSMUN10) Flanged installation training (Control Point) Pipeline commissioning (Including pressure testing and Chlorination/Dechlorination) Training in pipe cutting equipment - Powergrit Saw, Keel Cutter, Cold Cutter, Clam Shell (Spit Cutter) Abrasive Wheel training

Desirable

EUSR National Water Hygiene Card (Blue Card) EUSR Utility SHEA (Water) Network process and sewerage network Training in use of Prodrill 20 + 26 to drill water mains Confined spaces (CP1) Asbestos awareness Willing to travel and have a driving licence

Caring and investing in you

Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years and they are our guiding principle regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.

As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.

From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported.

Competitive salary Company Pension Accident and Life Cover Westfield Health Cash Plan 22 days annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays 8 hours leave of absence for volunteering Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological, and financial well-being. Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position and eligibility) Leadership & management training and coaching Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression. Development supported by internal and externally delivered training. Flexible working arrangements Annual salary review Continuous service awards
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 45 per week

Experience:

pipe laying: 5 years (preferred) sinking pits: 3 years (preferred) installation of temporary works: 3 years (preferred) building manholes: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

CSCS card (required) NRSWA Skilled Operative (required) SEQOSH Safety Critical Medical (required) City & Guilds Confined Space Medium/High Risk (required) Service Avoidance (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 1243
Expected start date: 18/08/2025