Rural Civils Operative

Wessex Internet; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,510 - 37,290; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £33,900 starting salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Job summary

A leading broadband provider is seeking a Rural Civils Operative in Bridgwater, UK. This role involves operating various plant machinery for fibre installations and supporting trenchless technology operations in rural environments. The ideal candidate should have civils experience and a full UK driving licence. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including career progression opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in civils, utilities, groundwork, or rural infrastructure.
• Strong work ethic and happy working in all weather.
• Experience with excavation, ducting, and/or pipe/cable laying preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of plant for fibre installs.
• Support mole plough and directional drilling operations.
• Always uphold safe working practices.

Skills

Civils experience

Strong work ethic

Team player

Confident with plant and machinery

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Kubota diggers

Job description

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Rural Civils Operative - Somerset

Bring your civils experience to a company that’s building more than just infrastructure.

Rural Civils Operative - Somerset

Bring your civils experience to a company that’s building more than just infrastructure.

Wessex Internet is an award-winning broadband provider transforming rural connectivity across the South West. As we expand into the New Forest, Wiltshire, and South & West Dorset, we’re looking for skilled Civils Operatives to join our growing in-house team.

You’ll be hands-on with trenchless technology (Mole Plough and Directional Drilling), operating a mix of plant and machinery across a wide range of terrain. This role is ideal for someone who wants a long-term opportunity, enjoys physical outdoor work, and is ready to be part of a close-knit team delivering a vital service to rural communities.

What We Offer

• Up to £33,900 starting salary, dependent on experience.
• Genuine opportunities to progress—supervisory and team lead routes available.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance & income protection.
• Cycle to Work & Tech purchase schemes.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Staff broadband discount (75%).
• High street discounts on 100+ brands.
• Summer & Christmas team socials.
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate a variety of plant (e.g., 2.7-ton Kubota diggers) for fibre installs, manholes, and telecoms cabinets.
• Support mole plough and directional drilling operations for fast, trenchless installs.
• Carry out daily checks and basic maintenance of plant.
• Communicate site challenges to Team Leaders to help keep work on track.
• Always uphold safe working practices and report any health & safety concerns.
• Assist in mentoring and guiding junior team members.
  
  

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience in civils, utilities, groundwork, or rural infrastructure.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong work ethic and happy working in all weather.
• Confident with plant and machinery (tickets a bonus, but not essential).
• Experience with excavation, ducting, and/or pipe/cable laying preferred.
• Awareness of working on agricultural land or in remote environments.
• A team player with a proactive, solution-driven approach.
  
  

Desirable but not essential:

• B&E trailer license
• CSCS
• Street Works / Cable Avoidance (CAT & Genny)
  
  

Want to put your civils experience to work in a growing company with a strong future? Apply now and help us build the fibre network powering rural communities for generations to come.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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