Rural Civil Operative- 6 Months FTC Wiltshire

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Rural Civil Operative to help build their Fibre Network across rural areas. This role involves operating machinery, conducting site assessments, and ensuring health and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in civils construction or agriculture, with a strong focus on teamwork and quality standards. Join a company dedicated to exceptional customer service and enjoy the opportunity to work outdoors in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to personal growth, this position offers a chance to make a real impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in civils construction or farming with machinery.
• Competent in operating plant machinery with relevant tickets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments and planning for projects.
• Operate excavation machinery safely for fibre laying and installations.

Skills

Civils construction experience

Machinery operation

Health & Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Full UK driving license

CSCS certification

Tools

Kubota diggers

Vibratory Mole Plough

Directional Drilling equipment

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28.04.2025

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12.06.2025

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About Wessex Internet
We are a fast-growing, innovative Internet provider, delivering full-fibre broadband across rural areas in the Southwest, including Dorset, Somerset, New Forest, and now expanding our network into Wiltshire. Dedicated to delivering lightning-fast broadband to thousands of countryside homes and businesses, we are different to most Alt Nets in that we design, build, and operate our own network to ensure every connection meets our high standards.

Late last year, we celebrated an exciting milestone in connecting our 10,000th customer to our full-fibre service. This achievement highlights our commitment to exceptional customer service and is reflected in our customer reviews and trust pilot scores.

We’re a growing business built on teamwork, where each contribution is valued and has a part to play in our successes. With a focus on personal and professional growth, we offer endless opportunities to make an impact. As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate individuals to join our team.

The Role
As a Rural Civil Operative you will be responsible for building our Fibre Network across the region. Working in one of our regional teams you will report into one of our Rural Build Managers/ Rural Civils Foreman and will operate a range of plant machinery including our Vibratory Mole Plough and Directional Drilling teams. Our unique trench-less equipment allows for simple and efficient network build across varying soil types and terrain. You will play a part in completing excavation, fibre laying, and construction activities while maintaining high safety and quality standards

Reporting into one of experienced team leaders/ Supervisors you will be working within our larger Civil Engineering Department. Initially your main role will be operating one of our 2.7ton Kubota diggers, supporting the smooth running of the mole plough and or drilling machines.

Our successful candidate will have experience within a civils construction role or come from a farming background with experience of using agricultural machinery. Knowledge and experience of working across agricultural land and or experience in excavation works and cabling will support in understanding the challenges faced when building new infrastructure across tricky terrain.

Responsibilities
Including but not limited to:
Site Assessments & Planning:

• Conduct site surveys and assessments to determine project requirements.
• Identify potential challenges and report findings to supervisors.
• Ability to work from drawings/ plans that have been sent over from the planning team.

Excavation & Construction:

• Operate excavation machinery safely and efficiently for fibre laying, manhole installation, and the construction of telecommunication cabinets.
• Ensure machinery is used effectively to meet project deadlines.
• Support regular maintenance checks on machinery to ensure optimal performance.

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, following best practices at all times.
• Identify and report any potential safety risks promptly.
• Record and report any accidents or near misses to the Team Leader immediately.
• Participate in safety meetings and training sessions to stay informed about best practices and regulatory requirements.

Team Collaboration & Training:

• Work cohesively as part of a dynamic team to achieve project goals.
• Share knowledge and support colleagues to maintain an efficient workflow.

Requirements

• A full UK driving license (Essential)
• Competent using plant and machinery with relevant tickets.
• Prior experience working on agricultural land, excavation and or cable/pipe works
• Ability to work in a range of field environments
• Enjoy working outdoors in an active role
• Work well as part of team
• Understanding of Health & Safety Regulations

Advantageous But Not Essential

• B&E trailer license
• CSCS
• Street Works / Cable Avoidance

Shortlisted applicants will be offered a Trial Day with the Civils team instead of a formal type interview. At Wessex we value the importance of candidates fully understanding what our field based roles involve and getting a little taster. The successful candidates will receive full payment for this trial day in their first pay-packet.

Find out what it’s really like to work at Wessex Internet from some of our team by visiting https://www.wessexinternet.com/careers/ and watch our short video https://youtu.be/5U1j7GzB3Cc

Compensation: £29,000 - £33,9000 per annum, depending on experience (based on 45 hour week)
Hours: 45 Hours Per week. Additional hours may be available
Contract Type: Temporary 6-Months