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Posted 21 July, 2026

Groundworker Civils Operative

Tradestech Recruitment
HP1, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

GROUNDWORKER / CIVILS OPERATIVE – TRAINING & PROGRESSION INTO PICW / SUPERVISOR Based around Hemel Hempstead – HP2 7BT UK-Wide Projects | Staying Away Required Long-Term Opportunity | Telecoms & Civils Sector Trades Tech Recruitment are currently looking for a well-rounded Groundworker / Civils Operative for a long-term opportunity within the telecoms and civils sector. We are looking for someone with solid civils experience, a strong work ethic and the willingness to progress into a future PICW / Supervisor role with full support and development provided over time. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within a specialist and growing industry. The Role Works will include a mixture of: • General civils and groundwork activities • Compound builds and infrastructure works • Utilities and ducting works • Supporting site installations and crews • Plant operations where qualified • Working closely with supervisors and management teams • Progressing towards taking on more responsibility on site The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to develop towards a PICW / Supervisor position as they progress within the business. What We’re Looking For • Groundworks / civils experience • Good all-round site knowledge • Relevant plant or civils tickets beneficial • Driving licence essential • Reliable and hardworking attitude • Willingness to stay away week-to-week when required • Someone looking to progress and take on responsibility over time Beneficial Tickets / Experience: • Streetworks • CAT & Genny • CPCS / NPORS Plant Tickets • SSSTS / SMSTS (not essential currently) • Telecoms or utilities experience advantageous The Opportunity • Long-term work • Career progression into PICW / Supervisor role • Further training and development available • UK-wide projects within telecoms and civils • Opportunity to gain additional qualifications and responsibility Ideally candidates will be based within around an hour of Hemel Hempstead Please submit your CV or contact TradesTech today. (phone number removed)