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Civils Operative

Job details
Posting date: 10 March 2026
Salary: £330.00 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 April 2026
Location: Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 8EG
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Search Consultancy LTD
Job type: Contract
Job reference: Req/679062_1773131212

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Summary

Job Title: Groundworker / Civils Operative (Multiple Headcount)
Location: Necton Substation
PE37 8EG
Site Hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 17:00 (Weekend work may be available)
Pay Rate: £330/day DOE

About the Role:
We are currently recruiting multiple experienced Groundworkers / Civils Operatives to join a site team working at Necton Substation in Norfolk.
This role is within a live high-voltage substation environment, supporting ongoing civil engineering and infrastructure works.
The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality groundworks while maintaining strict compliance with site safety rules and National Grid standards. Experience working in utility or substation environments is highly advantageous.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • All aspects of groundworking and civil engineering works
  • Concrete remedials and minor bricklaying works
  • Duct laying for utility services
  • Levelling and preparation of chippings / Type 3 material
  • Operating Forward Tipping Dumper and Roller
  • Banksman / PVM (Plant Vehicle Marshal) duties
  • Working in line with HSG47 cable avoidance standards (CAT1 & CAT2 highly beneficial)
  • Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance on a live substation site


Essential Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Groundworker / Civils Operative
  • Valid CSCS Card
  • EUSR National Grid Persons
  • CPCS Forward Tipping Dumper & Roller
  • HSG47 CAT1 & CAT2 certification (advantageous)
  • Professional, reliable and safety-conscious approach


How to Apply:
If you have the required experience and certifications and are available for the stated site hours, please submit your up-to-date CV.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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