Telecoms Civils Blockage Crew

Kelly Rail; Southampton, Guildford, Bristol, Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications contractor is seeking Experienced Telecoms Civils Operatives in Southampton. Responsibilities include performing highway excavations, installing ducting, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a full UK driving license, telecoms experience, and strong customer service skills. Competitive pay and a company vehicle are provided.

Benefits

Competitive earning potential

Full tooling, PPE and uniform

Fully expensed and maintained company vehicle

Personal accident insurance

Excellent career progression opportunities

Full training given

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise on the CityFibre network.
• Experience of working on the Openreach network.
• Strong risk assessment skills and commitment to Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform precise excavations in highways.
• Install new ducting to industry standards.
• Clear blockages to maintain efficient network operations.
• Communicate with customers about excavation works.

Skills

Highway Excavation

Duct Work

Blockage Clearance

Rod, Rope, and Testing

Compliance Assurance

Customer Engagement

Safety Procedures

Mechanical Civils Equipment

Customer Service

Self-Motivation

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Kelly Group is currently looking to recruit the very best talent and have a unique opportunity for Experienced Telecoms Civils Operatives to join our expanding team. The successful candidate will be working on our CityFibre contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Highway Excavation: Perform precise excavations in highways, ensuring strict compliance with the NRSWA Code of Practice 1991 and HSG47 regulations.
• Duct Work: Install new ducting to industry standards.
• Blockage Clearance: Proactively clear blockages to maintain efficient network operations.
• Rod, Rope, and Testing: Execute rod and rope procedures and comprehensive testing.
• Compliance Assurance: Adhere to the Specification for Reinstatement of Openings in Highways (SROH).
• Customer Engagement: Visit customer premises to introduce CityFibre services, laying cables from distribution points to properties.
• Consultative Approach: Communicate with customers to discuss excavation works on their property.
• Safety First: Operate within the CityFibre UG and PIA network, ensuring all activities meet Health and Safety legislation for optimal customer satisfaction.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Full UK Driving Licence: Held for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points.
• CityFibre Network Experience: Demonstrated expertise on the CityFibre network.
• Openreach / PIA Experience: Have experience of working on the Openreach network.
• Mechanical Civils Equipment: Proficiency in using mechanical civils tools and equipment.
• Health and Safety: Strong risk assessment skills, hazard identification, and a commitment to Health and Safety practices.
• Telecoms Background: Proven hands-on experience in the telecoms industry.
• Customer Service Excellence: Ability to provide top-notch customer service.
• Self-Motivation and Teamwork: Capable of working independently as well as collaborating effectively with team members.

What’s on offer for successful candidates?

• Competitive earning potential
• Full tooling, PPE and uniform
• Fully expensed and maintained company vehicle
• Personal accident insurance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Full training given

About Kelly Group:

Established in 1985 to support the emerging UK cable television market, Kelly Group has diversified to meet the needs of our clients. With over 35 years’ experience and customer service at the heart of our business, Kelly Group is renowned for building networks in collaboration with several major leading telecommunication service providers, delivering innovative multi-functional solutions - connecting people globally.

Working across several industries including telecommunications, rail, metro, highways and fleet, Kelly Group operate nationally with 40+ operational centres and deliver a full suite of services. From the initial planning, design, notification through to installation, final commissioning and maintenance of networks, Kelly Group deliver a ‘one-stop solution’ to meet the needs of our clients and delight their customers.

As a service provider, our workforce is our extended family, which is why we invest in their safety, training, careers, welfare, vehicles and tools they need to deliver excellence. With a workforce of circa 3500, 40+ national operational centres, 4 training hubs and a fleet of over 2500 vehicles, Kelly Group are committed to developing an excellent team, a fair culture and a safe working environment.

The Kelly Group is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships.

If you feel you have the required experience and want to further your career with a long standing communications contractor, please apply.