Network/Civils Operative (Engineering)

TL;DR

Network/Civils Operative (Engineering): Delivering underground civils and excavation works for sustainable energy infrastructure with an accent on site safety and technical execution. Focus on trench support systems, backfilling, and reinstatement within live environments and public highways.

Location: Exeter, GB (Cranbrook site)

Salary: £33,280

Company

E.ON Energy Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) specializes in delivering sustainable energy infrastructure and low-carbon heating solutions to support the UK's transition to net zero.

What you will do

• Support day-to-day underground civils and excavation works within live environments.
• Carry out excavation tasks, including working within deep excavations.
• Assist with the implementation of trench support systems.
• Manage site set-up, including the placement of fencing, barriers, signage, and SLG.
• Perform backfilling and reinstatement works on public highways and private land.
• Collaborate closely with the Team Leader and maintain high site housekeeping standards.

Requirements

• NRSWA full operative card.
• Proven experience in civils, excavation, and underground environments.
• Experience supporting site set-up and SLG.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small two-person team.

Culture & Benefits

• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Generous pension, life cover, and bonus opportunities.
• Access to 20 flexible benefits with tax and NI savings.
• Award-winning inclusive culture (Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025).
• Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited support.
• Support for disabled applicants as a Disability Confident Employer.