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

Ongoingtraining 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.