Why Laka Civil?
There are plenty of pipelayer jobs around at the moment — but they are not all the same.
At Laka Civil, we offer:
Diverse civil construction work
across subdivisions, infrastructure, earthworks, services, and project-based civil works
Opportunities for DIDO work
with paid allowances (out of Adelaide)
Direct crews on site
— you are working with Laka people, not getting lost between layers of contractors
Practical site leadership
that understands the work, the pressure, and what it takes to get the job done
A team where you are known by name
, not treated like a number
Opportunities to build skill across different types of civil projects
Competitive hourly rates
, based on experience, capability, and tickets
Applicable allowances, overtime, and penalties
in line with the role and project requirements
We are not looking for people who just want to stand around. We are looking for pipelayers who want to be part of a crew that gets things done properly.
About the Role
As a Pipelayer with Laka Civil, you will work as part of our civil crews installing underground services safely, accurately, and to specification.
Your duties may include:
Laying stormwater, sewer, water, and associated underground services
Working to line, level, grade, and specification
Reading and interpreting plans, drawings, and site instructions
Preparing trenches, bedding, haunching, backfilling, and assisting with compaction
Using laser levels and other site equipment
Working around live services and existing infrastructure
Assisting operators,



supervisors, and labourers as part of the crew
Carrying out general civil labouring duties where required
Maintaining safe work practices around trenches, plant, services, and moving equipment
Supporting quality, safety, and production requirements on site
About You
You will need to have:
Previous experience as a
Civil Pipelayer
Experience with sewer, stormwater, water, or civil drainage works
Ability to work safely in and around trenches
Ability to read plans or work confidently from supervisor instructions
Good understanding of line, level, grade, bedding, and backfill requirements
Strong work ethic and willingness to work as part of a crew
Construction White Card
Current driver's licence
Reliability, good communication, and a practical attitude
The following will be highly regarded:
MR or HR licence
Plant tickets
Confined space
Working around live services experience
Trench safety awareness
Subdivision or infrastructure project experience
Ability to use laser levels or GPS equipment
Who This Role Will Suit
This role will suit someone who:
Wants more variety than doing the same thing every day
Prefers working in a direct civil crew rather than a site full of disconnected contractors
Takes pride in neat, accurate, safe pipelaying
Wants to be part of a team where good work is recognised
Is happy to jump in and help the crew, not just stick to one narrow task
Wants to work for a civil contractor that is growing but still practical, direct, and site-focused

📌 Pipelayers | Varied Civil Projects | Direct Crews (South Australia)
🏢 Laka Earthmoving Contractors
📍 South Australia