Civils Operative

Circet Ireland & UK; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circet Ireland & UK is seeking a Civils Operative Trainee to join our Dunfermline team. The role involves installing ducting, reinstatements, excavations, and site documentation using company tablets.

You will bring civil or telecoms experience, a full UK driving licence, and a commitment to health and safety. A CE/C1E licence and additional tickets are desirable. Training and development are provided within a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a civils or telecoms environment.
• Working knowledge of reinstatement and excavation in various surface types.
• Strong understanding of health & safety in a site-based environment.
• Experience using digital devices (iPad/tablet) for job documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install ducting, chambers, cabinets, and associated equipment.
• Carry out excavations, repairs, and reinstatements to high standards.
• Locate and clear blockages in verge, footway, carriageway.
• Reinstate surfaces in line with Purple Book and Local Authority standards.
• Build boxes/chambers and perform open-cut trenching for new duct installations.
• Sub-duct and install new draw rope or cable as required.
• Complete job sheets, risk assessments, and daily checks using tablets.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and maintain safety awareness.
• Take responsibility for company assets, tools, and plant.
• Ensure compliance with client and company procedures at all times.

Skills

Civils experience

Telecoms experience

Health & safety aware

Digital device use (iPad/tablet)

Full UK driving licence

CE/C1E licence desirable

First Aid

Abrasive Wheels

360

LUGS

SLG

Job description

We are Hiring!

Circut UK are looking for a Civils Operative to join our team in Dunfermline.

Working with Circet

Circet Ireland & UK have built an ever growing portfolio of specialist services. As part of a global group, we are specialists in the deployment and maintenance of telecommunications and energy infrastructure, working with both major operators and local players across Ireland and the UK. We are driven to be innovative and proactive in delivering solutions that meet our clients' expectations, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and integrity. Our success is built on teamwork, trust, and a strong commitment to our people. With over 4,000 employees across Ireland and the UK, we continue to bring people together to shape resilient, future proof infrastructure and deliver high quality services for our customers.

Responsibilities of a Civils Operative Trainee:

• Install ducting, chambers, cabinets, and associated equipment
• Carry out excavations, repairs, and reinstatements to the highest standards
• Locate and clear blockages in various surface types (verge, footway, carriageway)
• Reinstate surfaces in line with Purple Book and Local Authority standards
• Build boxes/chambers and perform open-cut trenching for new duct installations
• Sub-duct and install new draw rope or cable as required
• Complete all job sheets, risk assessments, and daily checks using company tablets
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and maintain strong health & safety awareness
• Take responsibility for company assets, tools, and plant assigned to your duties
• Ensure compliance with client and company procedures at all times

Knowledge & Skills Requirements:

• Proven experience in a civils or telecoms environment
• Working knowledge of reinstatement and excavation in various surface types
• Strong understanding of health & safety in a site-based environment)
• Experience using digital devices (iPad or tablet) for job documentation
• Full UK driving licence with at least 1 year's driving experience
• C + E (CE / C1E) licence - desirable
• Desirable tickets: First Aid, Abrasive Wheels, 360, LUGS, SLG

Why work in Circet?

• Be part of a company that encourages involvement, diversity and inclusion
• Be part of a company that nurtures excellence and develops leaders
• Be part of a company that encourages personal development and career progression through our further education programme, mentoring programme and pathway programme
• Be part of a company that is dedicated to making a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility
• You will get a competitive salary and a benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave per annum, life assurance, access to Employee Assistance Programmes and access to career developmental opportunities

Circet IRE & UK is an inclusive organisation and welcomes all applications. Our mission is to create a workforce that consists of individuals with talent, skills and potential across all areas of our business. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.