CIVILS OPERATIVES

T H WHITE Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Annual pay reviews

Enhanced pension scheme

Life Assurance

Employee share plan

Staff discounts

Job summary

T H WHITE is seeking skilled Civils Operatives to support EV charging installation projects across England and Wales. The role covers groundwork, foundations, and the safe operation of plant machinery, with emphasis on quality, safety, and efficiency.

Applicants should hold a valid CSCS card, NPORS/CPCS where applicable, and SWQR; experience in groundworks and civil engineering is required. The position includes a company vehicle and a structured benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS card is required.
• NPORS/CPCS certification (360 Excavator, Dumper, etc.).
• SWQR (Street Works) – training can be provided for the right candidate.
• Proven Groundworker or Civils Operative experience in construction or civil engineering.
• Competence in groundwork tasks such as drainage, concreting, and kerbing.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Problem-solving ability and adaptability to changing project requirements.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform groundwork activities including drainage, concreting, kerbing, and general construction duties.
• Lay foundations for EV Chargers and install footings as required.
• Operate plant machinery (excavators, dumpers, rollers) safely with proper training.
• Follow plans and drawings to ensure work meets specification.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and site rules at all times.
• Collaborate with team members and site supervisors to achieve project goals.
• Maintain and store tools, equipment, and materials securely.
• Support continuous improvement and safety/environmental initiatives.

Skills

Groundwork

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Physical fitness

Tools

CSCS card

NPORS/CPCS

SWQR

Job description

We are looking for skilled and motivated Civils Operatives to support the delivery of EV charging installation projects across England and Wales. The role involves a broad range of groundwork and civil engineering tasks to ensure installations are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high professional standard. You will play a key part in the expansion of our EV infrastructure capability and contribute to the quality, safety, and success of each project.

Hours

40 hours per week

Key Duties Will Include

• Perform groundwork activities, including excavation, drainage, concreting, kerbing, paving, and other general construction duties.
• Lay foundations, including footings, for EV Chargers
• Operate plant machinery, such as excavators, dumpers, and rollers, in a safe and effective manner (appropriately trained and licensed).
• Follow plans and drawings to ensure work is carried out to specification.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and site rules at all times.
• Collaborate with team members, site supervisors, and other contractors to achieve project goals.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are maintained and stored appropriately.
• Perform any additional duties as required to support project completion.
• Work safely around utilities, plant, and excavations, following all company and industry procedures, and promptly report any hazards, near misses, or environmental issues.
• Carry out groundworks safely and in line with ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards, including adherence to RAMS, PPE requirements, safe systems of work, effective waste segregation, and environmental protection.
• Support continuous improvement by contributing to initiatives that enhance quality, safety, efficiency, and environmental performance.

The Ideal Applicant

• Valid CSCS card
• NPORS / CPCS (360 Excavator, Dumper etc.)
• SWQR (Street works), although we can provide training for the right candidate
• Proven experience as a Groundworker or Civils Operative in construction or civil engineering.
• Competence in groundwork tasks such as drainage, concreting, and kerbing.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.

Benefits

• At T H White we believe that our employees are our most important and valuable asset, and it is our philosophy to try to do everything we can to ensure that our colleagues are happy and get pleasure and satisfaction from their work.
• A competitive salary, negotiable based on your experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Annual pay reviews.
• 23.5 days holiday, rising to 26.5 days with service, plus Bank Holidays.
• Enhanced pension scheme offering employer contributions of up to 8.5%, with a combined total of 12.5% when you contribute (subject to qualifying period).
• Additional option of joining the ‘salary sacrifice’ pension scheme.
• Life Assurance cover, up to 5 times salary.
• Employee share plan – providing our employees with a real stake in the business.
• Cross divisional career development plans, providing you with a range of future job opportunities across our large engineering organisation.
• Staff discounts on a wide range of products, (such as clothing, footwear, household and selected machinery lines) at our stores.

T H WHITE is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive.