Civils Operative - Telecoms

Civils Operative - Telecoms
Location: Bath
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 DOE
Hours: Full time, Permanent
Join Our Fibre Network Delivery Team
​Why Join Truespeed?
​At Truespeed, we’re not just building a broadband network, we’re transforming how communities across the South West and East Anglia connect, work and live. We’re proud to be a locally based company that puts customers first, investing in future-proof networks that make a real impact.
We’re looking for an experienced Civils Operative to join our team delivering fibre infrastructure across the network.
This role is ideal for someone with Openreach PIA experience who is confident working in the field carrying out blockage clearance, rodding and roping, sub-duct installation, and small civils works.
You’ll play a key part in enabling fibre build by ensuring duct routes are clear, chambers are built to spec, and installations are completed safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
* Locate and clear duct blockages across the Openreach network and our own infrastructure
* Carry out rodding and roping of ducts and pulling in sub-duct or cable
* Complete PIA preparation works to Openreach specifications
* Undertake small civils works including:
Track work
Chamber builds
Core drilling
* Set up and manage safe work sites in line with Red Book / Streetworks requirements
* Carry out reinstatement works to HAUC specification
* Ensure all tools, plant, and vehicles are maintained and ready for use
* Complete job reports and digital forms as required
* Support wider operational teams where needed
* Participate in occasional weekend work depending on project requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience working on Openreach PIA networks
* Strong experience with rodding, roping, and blockage clearance
* NRSWA accreditation
* PIA qualification or demonstrable experience
* Confined Spaces training
* Full UK driving licence
* Ability to work independently in field environments
* Good communication and teamwork skills
Desirable Experience
* Experience using plant including:
Mini digger
Whacker plate
Stihl saw
* Experience completing chamber builds and reinstatement works
What We Offer
* ​Competitive salary based on experience
* ​Company vehicle uniform and tools provided
* ​Supportive team environment
* ​Ongoing training and development opportunities
* ​25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
* ​Pension scheme
* ​Life insurance
* ​Access to a full suite of employee benefits covering health (including 24/7 online GP access), lifestyle, and financial wellbeing
Be Part of Truespeed’s Journey
If you want to grow your career with a supportive, people-first company, we’d love to hear from you.
We review applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Additional Information
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK as we’re unable to offer sponsorship.
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today, and you will be directed to the company website to submit an application form.
No agencies, please