The Skilled Utilities Operator Traineeship is a 13-month training programme which will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to deliver infrastructure for utilities companies.

Upon successful completion of the Traineeship, you will achive a CABWI Level2 Diploma in Network Construction Operations – Water (Main Layer) as well as many essential industry-recognised training qualifications.

The simulated site training at Mount Lucas, as well as a recognised qualification, will prepare you for a career in a progressive industry with many pathways for promotion and self-employment.

In order to participate on this programme, you must be at least 18 years old, be reliable, have a strong work ethic and be willing to work as part of a team in an outdoor environment.

For enquiries on this course please Contact:  John Kelly, Centre Manager, Telephone: 057 9362564/ 0858598412, or email: jkelly@mountlucas.ie

To register your interest in this course please complete the attached contact form:

Skilled Utilities Interest Form 28th June 2021

Course Content

Phase 1 Weeks  1-12Simulated site training at Mount Lucas

• Induction, Safepass, Manual Handling, First Aid
• Abrasive Wheels Training, Health and Safety Awareness
• Location of Underground Services
• Concreting & Kerbing
• Signing, Lighting & Guarding
• Slinger Signaller Operations
• Site Dumper Operations
• Confined Space Training, Asbestos Awareness
• Emergency Situations / Rescue Training
• Working at Heights
• Water Hygiene

Phase 2 Weeks 13-21Work-based Learning

Phase 3 Weeks 22-31Simulated site training at Mount Lucas

• Creating and maintaining an efficient, effective, safe and secure environment in utilities network construction
• Install equipment for safe working on sites and on the highway
• Locate and avoid supply apparatus
• Excavate & maintain holes & trenches
• Reinstate excavations & pavement surfaces after utility network construction
• Operate powered tools and equipment for routine and predictable requirements

Phase 2 Weeks 32-40Work-based Learning

Phase 3 Weeks 41-50Simulated site training at Mount Lucas

• Joint materials
• By electrofusion processes
• By butt fusion processes
• By mechanical means
• Install water mains
• Conduct pressure and soundness testing
• Restore water network components to operational condition by repair

Other Training

• Temporary Works
• 360 Excavator Operations
• Telescopic Handler Operations