Civils Operative

Zohorecruit; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Virgin Media discounts

Job summary

Virgin Media is seeking a Civils Operative to perform excavations, reinstatements, ducting installations and street cabinet work on telecoms infrastructure across public highways and customer premises. You will follow up-to-date SOPs and health and safety policies while meeting project milestones.

Ideal candidates will hold Street Works tickets, NPORS/CSCS/NRSWA as applicable, plus a strong focus on safety, communication, and teamwork. A robust benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Clear communication across all levels and teams.
• Take personal responsibility with minimal supervision.
• Be a positive team player supporting colleagues.
• Organised, professional and proactive in approach.
• Innovative, continuously seeking efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure works are completed within guidelines and processes.
• Operate manual and mechanical equipment.
• Ensure SLG setup meets Streetworks requirements and sites are compliant.
• Reinstate to industry standard with photos on company assets.
• Complete daily paperwork (job sheets, risk assessments, plant sheets).
• Communicate effectively with internal and external clients.
• Meet client deadlines and deliver related works on time.
• Be willing to work on other workstreams when required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Accountability

Team player

Organised/proactive

Innovative mindset

Tech/system literacy

Tools

Street works ticket 1-6 & 9

NPORS 10T Excavator

CSCS

NRSWA

Towing licence 7.5t

Job description

We’re the team behind the UK’s telecom networks—building, upgrading, and keeping the country connected! From fibre installs to 5G rollouts, we make it happen with innovation, speed, and a smile. If you love a challenge and want to be part of something big, Comex 2000 is the place to be.

The Civils Operative will be required to performexcavations, repairs and re-reinstatements, installation of ducting, chambersand street cabinets and the installation of draw rope on telecomsinfrastructure located within the public highway and customers premises usingup to date client standard operating procedures and in full compliance tocurrent legislation, health and safety requirements and company policies.

MainDuties & Responsibilities:

• To ensure all works are completed as required whilst the team areworking within the required guidelines and processes.
• Operate manual and mechanical equipment.
• Ensure all SLG set up meets the Streetworks requirements and all sitesare 100% compliant.
• Reinstate to industry standard ensuring all information / pictures arecaptured on company supplied assets.
• Be competent in the use of Stihl Saws / Wacker plates / trench compactor andhold the correct certification to complete the works.
• Complete the required paperwork for your daily work tasks (job sheets /risk assessments / plant sheets / van sheets).
• Experience of risk assessment and hazard identification and a strongfocus on health and safety requirements and responsibilities.
• To be responsible for the company assets & plant assigned to you forthe purpose of performing your duties.
• Ensure compliance with all current client processes and procedures.
• Be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal andexternal clients.
• Complete all project related works on time and meet client committeddates for delivery of the works.
• Be prepared to carry out works on other workstreamswhen required and instructed by the business.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills – ability toconverse with all levels.
  
• Take personal responsibility and beaccountable, working with minimal supervision
  
• A positive team player – being supportiveand positively encouraging colleagues
  
• Organised, professional and proactiveattitude to work
  
• Innovative approach, continuously looking toimprove or create efficiencies
  
• Proficient use or a good level ofunderstanding in the use of technology and systems relevant to the role
  
• Street works ticket – units 1 – 6 & 9.
  
• NPORS 10T Excavator
• CSCS
  
• NRSWA
• Be in good physical health.
  
• Towing and 7.5 tonne licence essential
  
• Make a Real Difference: Your expertise will directly impact the rollout of groundbreaking telecoms projects, keeping Virgin Media at the forefront of the industry.
  
• Be Part of a Winning Team: Collaborate with a passionate and supportive team who share your drive for excellence.
  
• Embrace Continuous Learning: We invest heavily in your development, offering ongoing training and opportunities to expand your skillset.
  
• Unlock Your Potential: Enjoy a career path brimming with possibilities, where your contributions are valued and rewarded.
  
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme & heavily discounted Virgin Media products.
  

We are a company that embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability.