Civils Supervisor

Connect Fibre; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in the East Midlands seeks a Civils Supervisor for its Delivery Team. The ideal candidate will supervise internal and third-party teams, ensuring safety and compliance in telecoms civil operations. Applicants must have strong supervisory experience and a full UK driving licence. The role includes site inspections and team training support. Excellent benefits include a company pension contribution and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Birthday off

Company pension contribution

Employee referral scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

Business mileage reimbursement

Continuous development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supervising telecoms civils works.
• Strong knowledge of NRSWA and HAUC legislation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple teams in the field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise internal civils teams and 3rd-party operations.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Lead and support team training and performance.

Skills

Telecoms civils supervisory experience

Knowledge of streetworks legislation

Proven H&S leadership

Organizational skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

SMSTS or SSSTS certification

Job description

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

Connect Fibre is a rapidly expanding and exciting new business offering the very
latest full fibre to homes and businesses across the nation. With broadband speeds of up to 2000Mbps, new Wi‑Fi 7 technology, exceptional customer service,
and costing no more than current internet packages, customer growth is expected to be exponential. Our product sells itself!

We now seek a dynamic, ambitious individual to join our Delivery Team.

The Role

The Civils Supervisor is responsible for day‑to‑day supervision of our in‑house Civils operations supporting the network deployment of our BDUK‑funded Fibre build projects within North Derbyshire, ensuring that all works are delivered safely, to standard, and in line with programme requirements. The role provides visible site leadership and acts as the link between the civils operatives, the Civils Manager, and the Build Lead. This role is suited to someone with strong telecoms civils supervisory experience and proven ability to lead and coordinate the operations of a strong civils team.

This role is critical to ensuring quality, safety, and driven productivity on the ground.

Must be based within a 60 minute commute to Derbyshire sites, as accommodation will not be provided. Van and equipment will be provided for operational duties.

Key Responsibilities

Site Supervision

• Supervise internal civils gangs and 3rd‑Party TM operatives
• Supervising daily site operations: Excavations, Trenching, Ducting, Core Drills, Chamber Builds, Reinstatements, TM set‑ups, and associated works
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with approved designs, specifications and local authority requirements
• Ensure permit compliance (NRWSA, HAUC)
• Ensure operatives are working from and recording in SafeDig documentation (utility searches, CADs, CAT & Genny checks, gas detectors)
• Coordinate daily activities and manage site sequencing
• Lead and support training, competence and performance with Civils Operatives
• Address any issues or conflicts on site, enforcing strong communication and collaboration among the team
• Support weekend work, out‑of‑hours tasks, and recovery activities when required

Health, Safety & Quality

• Enforce H&S compliance across all civils operations
• Conduct site inspections, QC, toolbox talks, audits, and PPE checks
• Maintain audit trails and apply corrective actions for non‑compliance
• Drive right‑first‑time quality and reinstatement standards – track and ensure defect reductions
• Ensure all works comply with CDM regulations, NRSWA, SROH requirements and client quality standards
• Ensure RAMS are suitable, approved, and adhered to
• Carry out incident investigations and apply corrective actions
• Coordinate and collaborate closely with the Civils Manager and Civils Coordinators to produce strong permit programmes
• Monitor progress against programme
• Identify risks and delivery issues with clear communication and implement effective corrective actions
• Maintain daily site records and progress reports

Stakeholder Interface

• Local authority Inspectors
• TM providers
• Build Leads
• Support resolution of site issues quickly and effectively

Required Experience & Skills

• Experience supervising telecoms civils works
• Strong knowledge and understanding of streetworks legislation Señor or permitting (NRSWA, HAUC)
• Civils construction methods and PIA
• Traffic management interfaces
• Proven H&S leadership on live sites
• Ability to manage multiple gangs
• Confident managing and coaching operatives and site activities
• A proactive and solution‑focused approach to problem‑solving
• Strong organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Must be based within 60 minute drive to Derby 大发快三怎么çons
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• Experience working with internal delivery teams
• Telecom civils tickets
• Knowledge of BT Openreach specifications & documentation
• Knowledge of Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA)

Reporting Line

• Reports to: Civils Manager / Senior Manager – Delivery
• Indirectly reports to: Programme Lead (Build Lead)

The Rewards

• Birthday off.
• Company pension contribution.
• £1, TERRB employee գործող referral scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• Generous business mileage reimbursement.
• Continuous development and long‑term career prospects.

Connect Fibre offers excellent team and business building opportunities.

(Candidates must be a UKเข resident with citizenship or indefinite leave to remain and are required to undertake a basic DBS check.)