Garden Works Operative

About Wessex Internet

Wessex Internet, a dynamic and rapidly expanding Internet Provider in the South West and revolutionising full fibre broadband deployment in rural areas. Committed to delivering lightning-fast broadband to thousands in the countryside, we design, build, and manage our own cutting-edge FTTP network. We are delighted to be expanding our Network to the New Forest, Wiltshire, and South & West Dorset.

Recipient of multiple awards, including Overall Fibre Provider of The Year 2023, Wessex Internet has doubled in size over the last 18 months. Despite our rapid growth, we prioritize maintaining excellent customer service and invest in staff development. Our commitment to creating a great workplace earned us a finalist spot in the 2023 UK Fibre Awards for the Best Company to Work for.

As part of our vision to enhance the broadband experience, we are actively recruiting individuals to join our innovative team. Wessex Internet fosters a collaborative environment where each contribution is valued, providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about transforming the broadband landscape and being part of an award-winning company at the forefront of the industry, Wessex Internet is the place for you! Join us in this exciting time as we continue to shape the future of internet provision.

The Role

 Are you used to working outdoors in all weathers? Do you come from a landscape, gardening or farming background? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Our Service Delivery Team are looking for a Garden Works Operative, with a can-do attitude, to join our Garden Works Team.

Reporting into one of experienced team leaders you will be working within our Garden Team your to install fibre optic cabling above and below ground, to residential and commercial customer properties.

  

The successful Candidate will undergo a structured induction and probationary plan. At Wessex Internet we are proud to offer ongoing development and career opportunities.

Shortlisted applicants will be offered a Trial Day with the Gardens team instead of a formal type interview. At Wessex we value the importance of candidates fully understanding what our field based roles involve and getting a little taster. The successful candidates will receive full payment for this trial day in their first pay-packet.

Responsibilities

• Meet customers on site and discuss cable routes that suit the customers’ needs
• Use various methods, including a mini mole plough, to install/lay fibre cables across customers gardens.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with specific Health and Safety policies
• Use information provided to install fibre cabling with minimal impact on existing services
• Ensure appropriate and timely communication with our customers

Requirements

• Experience full-time work in an outdoor role

• Meticulous attention to detail

• Organised, with excellent time keeping skills

• Be able to work hard unsupervised

• Well presented (work clothing supplied)

• Demonstrates confidence

• Current driving license

• Knowledge of groundwork and ground services

• Display excellent customer facing skills

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of holiday
• Enhanced Family Pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Opportunities to progress your career - We’re a young, fast-growing business that is proud of our team of homegrown specialists. Whether you want to step up to lead a team, or expand your skills in a new area, we’ll help you reach your potential
• Regular social events
• Free onsite parking
• 75% discount to Wessex Internet package

Find out what it’s really like to work at Wessex Internet from some of our team by visiting https://www.wessexinternet.com/careers/ and watch our short video https://youtu.be/5U1j7GzB3Cc

Salary: £29,000 - £31,000 per annum, depending on experience

Role Type: Full Time/Permanent

Hours: 45 hours per week

Location: Office based near Blandford Forum, Dorset

Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays