Ryan Lewis

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: ryan.lewis@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: ryanlewis-pipelayer

Summary

8 years of dedicated experience as a Pipelayer, proficient in the installation, repair, and maintenance of various pipeline systems for water, gas, and wastewater infrastructure projects across Dublin. Proven ability to interpret blueprints, operate heavy machinery, and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Successfully led pipe-laying teams on complex urban utility upgrades, consistently delivering projects on schedule and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and workmanship.

Experience

Lead Pipelayer, Kavanagh Civil Engineering -- Dublin, Ireland

June 2019 – present

• Supervised and mentored teams of 4-6 pipelayers, ensuring efficient and safe installation of water mains, sewer lines, and gas pipelines, totaling over 15 km of new infrastructure.

• Interpreted complex engineering drawings and specifications to accurately lay pipes, achieving a 98% accuracy rate on alignment and grade.

• Operated excavators, trenchers, and other heavy equipment for trenching, backfilling, and pipe manipulation, reducing manual labor time by 20%.

• Implemented and enforced site-specific safety plans, resulting in zero Lost Time Incidents (LTIs) over 4 years of service.

• Coordinated with project managers, surveyors, and other trades to optimize workflow and resolve on-site challenges promptly.

Pipelayer, Emerald Utilities Ltd. -- Dublin, Ireland

Mar 2016 – May 2019

• Installed and joined various types of pipes, including ductile iron, PVC, and concrete, for municipal water and wastewater projects.

• Performed trench excavation, shoring, and backfilling according to safety standards and project specifications.

• Assisted in the testing of pipelines for leaks and integrity, contributing to a 100% success rate on initial pressure tests.

• Maintained and serviced tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and extending equipment lifespan by 15%.

• Participated in daily toolbox talks and adhered strictly to health and safety regulations on all job sites.

Education

National Construction Training Centre (NCTC), Certificate in Construction Plant Operation (Pipelaying Specialisation) -- Mount Lucas, Ireland

Sept 2015 – Feb 2016

Dublin Institute of Technology (now TU Dublin), QQI Level 5 Award in FETAC Level 5 Engineering & Construction -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2014 – June 2015

Skills

Pipelaying Expertise: Water Main Installation, Sewer Line Installation, Gas Pipeline Installation, Storm Drainage Systems, Trenching, Backfilling, Pipe Fusion, Pipe Joining (Bell & Spigot, Mechanical Joint), Grade & Alignment, Laser Levels, Confined Space Entry

Equipment Operation: Excavators, Backhoes, Trenchers, Skid Steers, Compaction Equipment, Pipe Lasers, Forklifts

Safety & Compliance: Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), First Aid, Traffic Management, Environmental Regulations, Utility Locating, Risk Assessment, Trench Safety, Shoring Techniques

Technical Skills: Blueprint Reading, Site Layout, Material Handling, Quality Control, Measurement & Calculation, Basic Surveying