Trainee Reinstatement Operative — Learn Roads & Surfaces

Network Plus group; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Plus is recruiting a Trainee Reinstatement Operative to learn on-site skills and contribute to restoring roads and footpaths after essential utility works. You will join a supportive team, gain practical trade experience, and start a long-term career in the utilities sector.

The role emphasizes safe site setup, teamwork, and hands-on work with hand tools under supervision, with a focus on reliability and a proactive learning approach.

Qualifications

• Enjoy practical, outdoor work and are happy in all weather conditions.
• Reliable and punctual; willing to learn from experienced colleagues.
• Take safety seriously and can follow instructions carefully.
• Take pride in your work and communicate clearly within a team.

Responsibilities

• Learning how to safely reinstate roads, footpaths and other surfaces after utility works.
• Preparing work areas, mixing and laying materials, compacting surfaces and completing finished reinstatement work.
• Supporting safe site set-up, including signing, guarding and keeping work areas tidy.
• Using hand tools, equipment and small plant safely under supervision.
• Working as part of a team to deliver high-quality work for customers and local communities.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Willingness to learn

Safety minded

Teamwork

Clear communication

Tools

Hand tools

Small plant operation

Job description

Network Plus is recruiting a Trainee Reinstatement Operative to learn on-site skills and contribute to restoring roads and footpaths after essential utility works. You will join a supportive team, gain practical trade experience, and start a long-term career in the utilities sector.

The role emphasizes safe site setup, teamwork, and hands-on work with hand tools under supervision, with a focus on reliability and a proactive learning approach.