Civils Operative
Location: Livingston
Employment type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Roles Available: 2 Operatives
What’s in it for you…
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.
* 25 days holiday plus 5 bank holidays per year
* Option to buy 5 additional holidays.
* Group Personal Pension Plan
* Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
* 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
* Life assurance cover
* Enhanced Maternity Pay
* Long service recognition
* Active local social committees
* Regular social events
* Paid volunteering opportunities in your community
About the role…
Based from either of our depot in Livingston, you will be part of a skilled team of operatives undertaking all civil engineering tasks primarily associated with Openreach frame and cover contract and drainage works but including all works required of our client contracts.
As a Civils Operatives you will…
* Ensure compliance with respect to Health and Safety, Quality and Environment
* Ensure Company policies are always adhered to.
* Ensure all site related incidents are reported.
* Identify and react swiftly to resolve problems before they escalate.
* Responsible for civil engineering tasks completed on site.
* Responsible for producing high quality results, reports, and feedback.
* Always establish good relationships and communication and resolve issues and early resolution of any potential problems.
* You need to be flexible too: we operate 24/7 so there will be early starts, weekend working and an out-of-hours working across the UK
About you…
Experienced in a range of civil engineering tasks, including manual and mechanical excavations, reinstatement works, plant and machinery operation, manual handling, manhole entry and exit, and shoring. Holds a full driving licence.
Qualifications needed:
NRSWA Full Course
Confined Space
Manual Handling
First Aid at Work
Machine ticket (excavator above/below 10t) – desirable
Openreach MA003 – Online Course
Openreach SA006 – Safe Working In Civils
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Next steps...
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Careers Team for more info