Civils Operative

Utility Line; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Civils Team Leader & Operative for permanent, full-time roles. You'll execute civil engineering tasks for EV and grid connection projects, ensuring safety and adherence to guidelines. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and experience in the electricity distribution networks.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of working on or adjacent to electricity distribution networks.
• Emergency First Aid certification.
• Ability to interpret mains records.

Responsibilities

• Ensure civil works are completed to a high standard and safely.
• Manage company vehicle and report any issues.
• Coordinate excavation works and liaise with site management.

Skills

Understanding of Electrical Safety rules

Customer Service

Manual Handling

Ground Surveys

Education

NRSWA/EUSR SHEA Power/CSCS cards

Mechanical Excavators/CPCS/NPORS cards

Full, clean UK driving licence

Tools

Cable avoidance tools

Hydraulically operated plant and equipment

Job description

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Recruiting for a Civils Gang, Team Leader & Operative

Permanent, full-time

Competitive salary plus benefits

Working alongside your Team Leader, the civils operative will be required to ensure that all work is completed in a safe and professional manner and to a high standard in accordance with Utility Line technical designs and guidelines.

You will travel nationwide to complete Civil Engineering Works for EV and grid connection projects for our continuously growing client base. Working closely with your dedicated Team Leader, you will need to ensure your 'Gangs' work is completed in a safe and professional manner and to a high standard in accordance with Utility Line Management Systems and Technical Designs and Guidelines.

More about the role:

• Excavation works including service trenching
• Operation of small highways and maintenance plant and equipment
• Carry out ground surveys and locate underground services using cable avoidance tools
• Liaising with on-site representatives and working closely with the Site Managers/Supervisors and in some instances the Utility Line Electrical Teams and Sub-Contractors
• Manage your company vehicle and ensure it is in good working order at all times and notify management if any repairs are required
• Reporting hazards/near misses using Utility Line's reporting system
• Building foundations, forming concrete bases, laying ducting, reinstating surfaces, creating inspection pits, reinstatement of cable joint bays and cable installation
• Ability to work with a range of colleagues and client and able to deliver great customer service onsite
• To highlight any concerns, unsafe conditions or acts to your Line Manager
• Keep project sites tidy and in good working order at all times
• To represent Utility Line in a professional manner at all times

About you:

• Proven track record of working on or adjacent to the electricity distribution networks
• Understanding of the Electrical Safety rules
• NRSWA/EUSR SHEA Power/CSCS cards
• Mechanical Excavators/CPCS/NPORS cards
• Understanding of the Interpretation of mains records
• Manual handling training
• Winch Training
• Towing Licence
• Emergency First Aid
• Knowledge of Use of hydraulically operated plant and equipment
• Cable avoidance/abrasive wheel training
• Full, clean UK driving licence

We are recruiting for a Civils Team/Gang - if you are already part of a gang with a Civils Team Leader please get in touch

About us:

At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company - we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top-tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.