Civils Operative – Openreach Network Projects
Overview
Civils Operative – Openreach Network Projects
Location: Nationwide (UK)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Overtime + Working Away Allowance
About the Role
Due to continued growth, we are seeking experienced and motivated Civils Operatives to join our delivery teams working on Openreach network infrastructure projects across the UK.
The role involves carrying out a range of civil engineering and reinstatement activities to support the installation and maintenance of the Openreach telecommunications network. Successful candidates must be prepared to travel and work away from home when required, with accommodation and allowances provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Excavation and reinstatement works in footways, carriageways, and verges.
- Installation of ducts, chambers, and associated telecoms infrastructure.
- Breaking out and reinstating various surface types to specification.
- Assisting with cable installation and network build activities.
- Operating hand tools, power tools, and small plant equipment.
- Ensuring all works are completed safely and in accordance with Openreach and local authority specifications.
- Completing site paperwork and records accurately.
- Maintaining a high standard of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Working closely with supervisors, gangs, and client representatives.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience in civils, utilities, telecoms, or construction.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- NRSWA Street Works Qualification.
- CSCS Card.
- Good understanding of safe digging practices and utility avoidance.
- Ability to work as part of a team and under own initiative.
- Willingness to travel nationwide and work away from home when required.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience working on Openreach projects.
- SA002 accreditation.
- CPCS/NPORS Plant Tickets (Excavator, Dumper, Roller).
- First Aid at Work.
- Cat & Genny certification.
- Experience with telecoms network build and PIA works.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with regular overtime opportunities.
- Working away allowance and accommodation provided where required.
- Company vehicle (role dependent).
- Ongoing training and accreditations.
- Career progression within a growing telecoms and infrastructure business.
- Pension scheme.
- Holiday entitlement and employee benefits package.
Skills
- Experience operating excavators or similar heavy machinery is highly desirable
- Skilled in using hand tools such as spanners, screwdrivers, hammers, etc., with precision and care
- Familiarity with power tools including drills, saws, and grinders for construction tasks
- Mechanical knowledge relevant to fibre optic installation or civil engineering works is advantageous
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions while maintaining high safety standards
- Good organisational skills with an eye for detail to ensure accuracy in all tasks undertaken
Why Join Us?
We are committed to delivering high-quality network infrastructure projects for Openreach and other major telecoms providers. We invest in our people, provide opportunities for development, and reward hard work and dedication.
If you have the experience, attitude, and flexibility to support projects nationwide, we would like to hear from you.
This position offers a dynamic working environment where safety, teamwork, and technical skill are valued. If you possess the relevant experience and are eager to contribute to vital telecommunications projects, we welcome your application.
Apply now by submitting your CV and details of your current qualifications and experience.
Pay: £27,040.00-£35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
