Civils Operative

Civils Operative

Location: Wellington Sommerset

Employment type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.​ 

• 30 days holiday
• Option to buy 5 additional holidays.
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services 
• Cycle to Work scheme 
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more! 
• Life assurance cover 
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Long service recognition 
• Active local social committees 
• Regular social events 
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community 

About the role…

Based from either of our depot in Livingston, you will be part of a skilled team of operatives undertaking all civil engineering tasks primarily associated with Openreach frame and cover contract and drainage works but including all works required of our client contracts.

As a Civils Operatives you will…

• Ensure compliance with respect to Health and Safety, Quality and Environment
• Ensure Company policies are always adhered to.
• Ensure all site related incidents are reported.
• Identify and react swiftly to resolve problems before they escalate.
• Responsible for civil engineering tasks completed on site.
• Responsible for producing high quality results, reports, and feedback.
• Always establish good relationships and communication and resolve issues and early resolution of any potential problems.
• You need to be flexible too: we operate 24/7 so there will be early starts, weekend working and an out-of-hours working across the UK

About you…

Experienced in a range of civil engineering tasks, including manual and mechanical excavations, reinstatement works, plant and machinery operation, manual handling, manhole entry and exit, and shoring. Holds a full driving licence,

Qualifications needed

• NRSWA Full Course
• Confined Space
• Manual Handling
• First Aid at Work
• Machine ticket (excavator above/below 10t) – desirable
• Openreach MA003 – Online Course
• Openreach SA006 – Safe Working In Civils
• Openreach Q24 – Frame & Cover Renewal in Carriageway
• Openreach Q25 – Frame & Cover Renewal in Footway
• SA006

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. 
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Next steps...

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!