Self-Employed Rural Civil Operative- 6 Months FTC Hampshire

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative Internet provider is seeking a Civils Operative / Team Leader to join their Hampshire team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, leading a team in the construction of a full-fibre broadband network. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civils construction or agriculture, with experience in excavation and machinery operation. You will play a crucial role in ensuring project success while adhering to health and safety standards. Join a company dedicated to exceptional customer service and teamwork, where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Trial Day with full payment

Opportunities for professional growth

Team collaboration

Outdoor working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in civils construction or agricultural roles.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments and identify project challenges.
• Operate excavation machinery for fibre laying and installations.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and report risks.

Skills

Civils construction experience

Agricultural machinery operation

Excavation works

Team leadership

Health & Safety compliance

Education

Full UK driving license

CSCS certification

Tools

Excavation machinery

Plant machinery

Job description

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26.04.2025

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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
Wessex Internet have an exciting opportunity to join us on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract (FTC) as a Civils Operative / Team Leader in our Hampshire team. You will be required to have your own equipment, transport, PPE & all relevant documents.

You will work as part of our team as we bring our full fibre network to Hampshire.

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. The applicant will also have strong people skills and be ready to get involved in whatever their teams need from them, problem solving abilities, excellent communication skills and the desire and passion to lead a team promoting our values.

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
• Previous Rural Civils experience
• Previous experience in leading a small team/ gang (advantageous)
• 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: £16 to £17 per hour (based on 45 hour week)
Hours: 45 Hours Per week. Additional hours may be available
Contract Type: Temporary 6-Months