Overview
The Trainee Foundation Operative Programme is designed to give individuals practical, hands-on experience working on essential infrastructure projects that support the power network. The role provides structured learning and development while working alongside experienced civils professionals.

This opportunity is ideal for college students or recently qualified civil trades/groundsmen who are motivated, hardworking, and interested in building a long-term career in specialist engineering

Successful candidates will gain valuable site experience, industry training, and the opportunity to develop the skills required to progress into skilled operative and supervisory roles within the business.

Role Responsibilities

As a Trainee Foundation Operative you will support experienced site teams in delivering civils works associated with power infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with civil engineering and foundation works on Power Grid Civils projects.
Supporting the installation of general civils and associated infrastructure
Learning how to safely use tools, equipment, and site machinery under supervision
Assisting with site preparation, material handling, and groundwork activities
Working closely with supervisors, engineers, and experienced operatives.
Following company health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times
Contributing positively to the site team being reliable and maintaining a strong work ethic.

Training & Development Pathway

The Trainee Foundation Operative Programme provides structured development to support long-term career progression within the company. Your line manager will hold 6 monthly touchpoints to monitor progress.

Year 1 – Introduction & Foundation Skills

Introduction to the renewable and Overhead line sector
Site safety and basic industry qualifications/competencies
Assisting experienced operatives on active projects
Learning the importance of setting levels via a dumpy level/laser level
Learning the fundamentals of groundwork, excavation works, steel fixing, concreting & shuttering

Year 2 – Skills Development

Increased involvement in civils operations
Developing competence in groundwork techniques, steel fixing and concrete works
Self-sufficient in aspects of the job such as sheeting or framing.
Self-sufficient in using survey equipment
Awareness of companies KPI records
Growing confidence working as part of a site team

Year 3 – Competency & Progression

Supporting key civils activities with increased responsibility
Demonstrating strong understanding of health, safety, and quality standards
Developing specialist skills within power grid infrastructure
Self-sufficient in all aspects of Foundation works and knowing jow to set stubs via the total station.
Progression towards Foundation Operative or Skilled Civils Operative roles

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
A positive attitude and reliability
Full clean Drivers license and access to vehicle.
Interest in construction, engineering, or renewables sector
The ability to work well as part of a team
Good communication and listening skills
A commitment to working safely on site

This role involves working outdoors and being part of a hands-on in all types of construction environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship, Internship
Contract length: 56 months

Pay: £24,500.00-£29,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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