Town Build- Civils Team Leader

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

Wessex Internet are seeking experienced and qualified Civils Operative Team Leaders to join our growing Town Build Team. We are seeking applicants who currently have relevant experience of excavations, repairs and reinstatements of draw rope on telecoms infrastructure, as well as installing of ducting, chambers and street cabinets.

The successful applicant will need to have the relevant tickets and qualifications including a valid SWQR card with units 1-4, excavator tickets, SA001, SA002 and NRWSA sign, light & guarding. A NRSWA supervisor qualification would also be advantageous. Other civil and Openreach accreditations would also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Reporting into our Town Build Supervisor/Foreman. You will be leading our Town Build Gangs

• Provide new installation and repair of network duct for associated customer connections

• Clear blockages in the highway and reinstate to industry standard

• Be competent in the use of stihl saws, wacker plates, trench compactor and hold the correct certification to complete the works

• Install new draw rope and drop cable to customer’s connection point following installation/repair of duct works

• Complete appropriate paperwork for your daily work i.e. risk assessments, plant sheets and/or van sheets

• To treat internal and external customers with respect and provide support at all times

• Ensure compliance with all current client processes and procedures

• To be responsible for the company assets & plant assigned to you for the purpose of performing your duties

Requirements

• Must have a good knowledge of sign/lighting and guarding (NRWSA)

• SA001 & SA002

• Excavator tickets

• Streetwork tickets/ experience

• Experience installing ducting and chamber

• Experience of risk assessment and hazard identification and a strong focus on health and safety requirements and responsibilities

• Experience in a similar operational or engineering environment within the telecommunications industry

• Proven skills in street works with industry recognised qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence

Benefits

• The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days holiday
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced Family Pay
• 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
• 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: £37,000 - £39,000 per annum, depending on experience (based on 40 hour week, plus additional hours at the agreed hourly rate plus a time and a half for weekend working – optional)

Role Type: Full Time/Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday, based on 40 hours per week, plus additional overtime

Location: Field Based, Nr Blandford Forum, Dorset 

Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays