Civils Operative

Circet Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programmes

Career developmental opportunities

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm in Cork is hiring a Civils Operative to perform excavations, installations, and reinstatements. Candidates must have a full driver's license and experience in similar roles. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits, including 25 days of annual leave. Join a diverse organization focused on excellence and career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year proven driving experience required.
• Experience using tablets for work planning.
• Previous experience in telecommunications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install duct, chambers, cabinets, and associated equipment.
• Locate and clear blockages in various surfaces.
• Ensure compliance with client processes and safety standards.

Skills

Excavations and reinstatements

Duct installation

Health and safety compliance

Effective communication

iPad usage for work

Education

Full driver’s license

C + E (C1E) license

Tools

Excavation tools

Construction equipment

Job description

We are hiring! On the back of an ever‑increasing workload, Circet Ireland are looking for an experienced Civils Operative. We are looking for hardworking and committed crew members for long‑term work.

Civil Operatives will be required to perform excavations, repairs and reinstatements, installation of ducting, chambers and street cabinets, and the installation of cable on telecoms infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Provide new installation of duct, chambers, cabinets & associated equipment.
• Locate and clear blockages in various surface types such as verge, footway and carriageway and reinstate to Purple Books / Local Authority standard ensuring all information / pictures are captured on company supplied assets.
• Experience in all aspects of re‑instatement in various surface types, i.e. Concrete, HRA, SMA, Paving, Cobble‑lock, etc.
• Box / Chamber building (Heavy Civils Crews).
• Open cut trenching and installation of new duct and associated equipment in all surface types, verge, footway and carriageway (public and private) (Heavy Civils Crews only).
• Sub‑ducting and install new draw rope or cable in new duct as required.
• Use company provided iPad / Tablet and complete appropriate paperwork for daily works (job sheets / risk assessments / plant sheets‑GA2 / driver checks).
• Risk assess and identify hazards, with a strong focus on health and safety requirements and responsibilities.
• Be responsible for the company assets & plant assigned for duties.
• Ensure compliance with all current client processes and procedures.

Knowledge Requirements

• Full driver’s licence with a minimum of 1 year proven driving experience.
• C + E (C1E) licence desirable.
• Desirable tickets: First Aid, Abrasive Wheels, 360, LUGS, SLG.
• Experience in a similar operational or engineering environment within the telecommunications industry.
• Be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external clients.
• Experience using iPad for work planning and updates.

Why work in Circet?

• Be part of a company that encourages involvement, diversity and inclusion.
• Be part of a company that nurtures excellence and develops leaders.
• Be part of a company that encourages personal development and career progression through our further education programme, mentoring programme and pathway programme.
• Be part of a company dedicated to making a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility.
• You will receive a competitive salary and a benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave per annum, company pension, life assurance, access to Employee Assistance Programmes and career developmental opportunities.

Circet IRE & UK is an inclusive organisation and welcomes all applications. Our mission is to create a workforce that consists of individuals with talent, skills and potential across all areas of our business. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.