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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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