Civils Operative

Civils Operative

North West / North Wales (Mobile role)

Permanent

Competitive hourly/daily rates available (based on experience) + highly attractive benefits + Company commercial vehicle provided

Summary

Freedom is currently recruiting for both Civils Ganger / Civils Operative roles to join our Switchgear Replacement delivery team in the North West. You'll be part of a mobile crew supporting critical infrastructure works, carrying out planned civils activities safely and efficiently across multiple sites.

Experience of working in the electrical DNO sector is essential.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in groundworks or civils, particularly within utilities, who takes pride in high‑quality workmanship and safe working practices.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

Carrying out daily planned civils tasks on live sites

Excavations to expose underground services

Reinstatement works including:

Kerb laying

Tarmac laying

Flag laying

Block paving

Floor screeding

Working as part of a mobile team across the North West / North Wales

Maintaining high standards of Health & Safety at all times

What we're looking for:

Essential:

Experience in a similar civils or groundworks role, ideally excavating around utilities

Ability to work to specifications and drawings

Confidence using small plant and equipment

Strong Health & Safety awareness

Full UK driving licence (company vehicle provided)

Desirable:

Experience operating a tracked excavator

Street Works (NRSWA) qualification

Benefits

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

Company commercial vehicle

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)

Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)

Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.

Personal development programme