Civils Operatives

County Broadband Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their mission of providing high-speed broadband to rural communities. This role involves working on the Openreach Network, handling blockages, and executing small civil jobs with precision. The company values ambition, loyalty, and pride, offering a supportive environment where employees can thrive. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a real impact in the telecoms sector. Join a forward-thinking team and help shape the future of connectivity in your community.

Benefits

Salary up to £48,000

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Company bonus scheme

Access to discounts via Reward Gateway

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Company sick pay

Future leaders programme

Defined career and training pathways

Qualifications

• Experience in telecoms and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Hold relevant qualifications and proficient in using necessary tools.

Responsibilities

• Complete blockages on Openreach Network and perform small civils jobs.
• Ensure all health and safety standards are met on work sites.
• Maintain tooling and vans in good working order.

Skills

NRSWA qualification

PIA qualification

Proficient IT skills

Full UK driver’s licence

Telecoms Industry knowledge

Confined spaces training

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Digger and whacker plate operation

Job description

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge with a successful Gold Standard full fibre network provider?

A little bit about us….

We’re not like other broadband providers, and we really don’t want to be. We are currently on a mission to ensure rural communities across East Anglia and Essex can access future-ready, hyper-fast, full-fibre broadband.

After securing a total of £146 million from our investors, we need you to play a part in our ambitious future!

Why join County Broadband….

At County Broadband we believe in giving back to our employees and empowering everyone to develop to their full potential. We believe in our values of being Ambitious, Loyal and Proud!

We currently offer some great benefits, that are continuously being reviewed!

• Salary up to £48,000
• 25 days per annum, plus bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance with Vitality*
• Company bonus scheme
• Access to 1000's discounts via Reward Gateway.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay*
• Company sick pay*
• A future leaders programme
• Clearly defined career and training pathways

About our exciting opportunity

• Responsible for completing blockages on Openreach Network and our own network, small civils jobs (I.E track work, chamber build and core drills) to a high standard
• Rod and rope or pulling in subduct/cable on every job
• Making sure all tooling/vans are in good working order
• Correct equipment/stores to complete tasks
• Locate blockages and clear blockage to Openreach/Truespeed spec
• Set up work sites to a high standard and make sure all health and safety standards/Red Book are met
• Re-instate to the correct standard and good knowledge of HAUC spec
• May be asked to work weekends if the job specifies and also will need to support the wider team
• Completing necessary online forms per company requirement

Your skills and experience

• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Hold the following qualifications: NRSWA, PIA
• Proficient IT skills
• Hold a full UK driver’s licence
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Telecoms Industry knowledge
• Confined spaces
• Excellent communication skills
• Be able to work in a team
• Have the correct qualifications and be confident using a digger, whacker plate, stihl saw

What happens next?

You’ve done your part by applying, so breathe easy and we will give you feedback within 5 working days.

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