Self-Employed Civils Operative (Subcontractor)

Help build the future of rural broadband.

Wessex Internet is expanding its full fibre network across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire and the New Forest. We are looking to engage reliable self-employed Civils Operatives to undertake fibre infrastructure works on a subcontract basis.

This opportunity is suited to individuals who enjoy practical outdoor work and are looking to undertake civils assignments as part of experienced operational crews delivering rural broadband infrastructure.

Scope of Services

Subcontractors may be engaged to carry out work including:

• Assisting with excavation, duct installation and reinstatement.

• Supporting directional drilling and mole plough operations.

• Manual excavation, backfilling and material handling.

• Site set-up and clear-down.

• Operating safely alongside other members of the operational crew.

• Identifying and reporting hazards or site issues.

• Carrying out work in accordance with agreed specifications, risk assessments and health and safety requirements.

Working Arrangements

Assignments are offered on a self-employed subcontract basis.

Where an assignment is accepted, subcontractors will be required to attend the agreed site during the agreed operational hours. This is necessary to ensure the safe operation of specialist plant, including directional drilling equipment and mole ploughs, and to enable the coordinated delivery of construction activities.

There is no obligation on Wessex Internet to offer future assignments, nor on the subcontractor to accept future assignments.

What You'll Need

• UTR number and registration as a self-employed sole trader.

• Ability to invoice monthly for completed Services.

• Own PPE and basic hand tools.

• Public Liability Insurance.

• Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual outdoor work in all weather conditions.

• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work effectively within an operational crew.

• Previous construction, civils, utilities or groundwork experience.

• Full UK driving licence (preferred due to the rural locations of our work).

• CSCS Card.

• Experience working around plant and machinery.

• A valid 360° Excavator (10T+) CPCS or NPORS operator ticket.

Payment

• Competitive hourly rate.

• Monthly payment against approved invoices.

• Payments made in accordance with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), where applicable.

• Mileage reimbursed in accordance with agreed terms.

Important Information

This opportunity is offered on a self-employed subcontract basis and is not a contract of employment.

Subcontractors are responsible for:

• Managing their own tax affairs, National Insurance contributions and business obligations.

• Providing and maintaining their own PPE and hand tools.

• Maintaining appropriate Public Liability Insurance.

• Performing the Services with reasonable skill, care and diligence in accordance with the agreed subcontractor terms.

If you're looking for regular subcontract opportunities supporting the delivery of rural fibre infrastructure and enjoy practical outdoor work, we'd welcome an application to discuss upcoming assignments.