Full training will be provided for the qualifications required
Salary: up to £24.00 Per Hour
Location: Taunton/ Wellington - Somerset
Employment type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 47.5 hours per week
Roles available: We are looking for 4 operative to join.
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.?
20 days holiday plus 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 Somerset, 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 Talent Team for more info
Salary description
£20.00 - £24.00 per hour