Civils Operative

Company: Stonbury
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Location: Harrogate
Job Description:

Here at Stonbury we are recruiting Civils Operatives to work on clean water sites. Pay is £18 per hour. Travel and overnight stays will be part of the role.

We specialise in sustainable water asset management solutions, delivering exceptional value outcomes in potable water, wastewater and the environment. You will carry out on-site tasks to support the successful delivery of civil engineering projects. This role involves performing groundworks, assisting with the installation of temporary works, operating machinery, and ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

Responsibilities

  • Utilise specialist civils experience and capability to assist with the delivery of complex civils schemes between the value of £100k-£5m.
  • Follow all reasonable instructions and requests from the Civils Site Supervisor and other members of the management team.
  • Ensure you follow the company’s policies and procedures, including but not limited to health and safety, quality, environmental etc.
  • Maintain a safe and tidy working environment including wearing full PPE, at all times.
  • Conduct yourself in the correct manner displaying professionalism, respect, and integrity.
  • Undertake general construction and maintenance tasks as requested by supervision and management.
  • Work in line with company and client expectations with regards to hours on site. All deviations from agreed working patterns to be agreed with management in advance.

Qualifications & Experience

  • A valid CSCS card.
  • Previous experience working on civils sites, including deep excavation.
  • Dumper and excavator qualifications.
  • EUSR Water Hygiene Card (training will be given).
  • Certificate in Confined Spaces (training will be given).
  • Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces safely, following relevant training.
  • Ability to act on initiative, particularly in respect to Health & Safety and reporting relevant matters.
  • Demonstrate good driving skills in company vans, where driving will be monitored and tracked.
  • Willingness to travel and work away from home as and when required.
  • Possess a full driving licence.

Benefits

  • £18 per hour.
  • PPE and specialist construction tickets provided.
  • Training and advancement opportunities.
  • 24 days’ paid holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after two years.
  • Access to a healthcare cash plan.
  • Enjoy perks and savings, including voucher schemes, technology scheme, dental plan, bike scheme, and discounts on retail, shopping, gym memberships, and cinema tickets.
  • 6% company pension contribution.

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Posted: June 12th, 2026