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Msfltd

Operative

Podington, Northamptonshire

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
2 Sept 2026

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the posting

THE ROLE

You will be carrying out general civils work alongside a team of operatives and be at the forefront of onsite delivery. You will be required to work safely and to a high quality. Showing a high level of understanding of working upon high-speed roads, traffic signs, highway lighting and/or highway technology, associated civils works.

The Podington, depot will be your “base” but the role will require you to be based on site for works carried out.

A typical week might involve

General civils works including Working at height, Lantern installation, Sign erection, Duct laying, Reinstatement, Cabling

Excavation by mechanical means and/or lifting operations via a HIAB or grab wagon

Trail holes/hand excavation if required

Building of cabinet/feeder pillar sites

Construction of chambers to highway & utility specifications

Identifying risks and problems on site with the ability to provide pro-active solution’s

As a rapidly growing business, no two days are ever the same so what you do will vary. The nature of our business and the pace we move at also means that priorities do change, and you will need to be comfortable with this.

Apply if you are

Able to undertake manual work including manual trenching cable laying etc

Comfortable working night shifts and away from home if required

Committed to all installations being completed to the correct standard, delivered on time and to budget

Prepared to positively participate in all training relevant to your role

Committed to a high level of health and safety as per company policies/procedures

Committed to ensuring all works are completed as per MSF HSEQ policies and procedure and to reporting any HSEQ issues to supervisor and via Eyes and Ears App

Experienced as a Lead Operative

Able to work as part of a team with good communication skills

CSCS Card Holder

Full UK driving licence is essential.

Our operations staff are to work on the strategic roads network and above all must be able to always work safely. Working as part of a team our road workers present good communication skills and follow instructions and comply with site rules and MSF SHEQ policies.

Everyone at MSF is expected to create a positive customer experience in all interactions they have. Throughout the work we carry out any of us may meet road users of all kinds. Please always be considerate of the work we are doing and the impact this may have. We expect our reputation to be upheld as friendly, polite, professional, and helpful and encourage you to interact with customers and share stories of these interactions.

Why us?

We are a growing business, and we are doing big and exciting things. We are looking for likeminded people who want to grow with us and be part of our journey and in return we offer a collaborative working environment where we encourage and support continuous improvement and career development.

Our values underpin how we work and act and are crucial to our ongoing success.

We want applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and want to create a diverse workforce and inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment.

We are committed to equal opportunities throughout employment, including remuneration, recruitment, training, and promotion of staff. We are dedicated to candidates being treated equally and assessed in accordance with their skills to perform the role we are recruiting for, and that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment or is unlawfully discriminated against on grounds of age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. If there is anything you need to participate fully in the interview process, we want to help so please include it in your application.

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