O’Brien Civil is seeking experienced and reliable Drainers / Pipelayers to join our team across ongoing civil construction projects throughout the greater Perth area.

We are looking for motivated people who take pride in their work, have a strong safety focus and can work effectively as part of a team.

If you have solid experience in civil drainage and pipelaying and are looking for ongoing work with an established civil contractor, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

You will be involved in a variety of civil construction and drainage projects, carrying out works in accordance with project specifications and relevant industry standards.

Key responsibilities include:

- Carrying out drainage and pipelaying works across civil construction projects.
- Working in accordance with MRWA, PTA and Water Corporation standards.
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
- Working closely with supervisors, plant operators and other crew members.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe worksite.
- Supporting the team to meet project deadlines and deliver quality outcomes.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- 3–5 years' experience in pipelaying within the civil construction industry.
- Experience working to MRWA, PTA and Water Corporation standards.
- Current White Card and valid driver's licence.




- Good communication and organisational skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A positive, can-do attitude and practical approach to problem-solving.
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
- The ability to take initiative and demonstrate leadership on site.

Highly Regarded Skills & Tickets

The following experience, tickets and qualifications will be highly regarded:

- PVE / pipe-laying experience.
- ATCO Gas Common Trench certification.
- Poly-welding experience.
- MSCL pipe-laying experience.
- Quick-cut ticket.
- Dogging ticket.
- Relevant plant operator tickets.

Why Join O’Brien Civil?

- Ongoing work across civil construction projects throughout the greater Perth area.
- Opportunity to work with an experienced and supportive team.
- Varied projects where your skills and experience will be valued.
- The chance to grow your skills and take on further responsibilities.

How to Apply

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you!

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Apply via Indeed or email your application to [email protected].

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Drainer (West Perth)
🏢 O BRIEN CIVIL
📍 West Perth