Multi-Skilled Cable Operative

OCU Group are looking for experienced and talented Multi-Skilled Cable Operatives to Join the Team to work on Projects UK Wide.

The Multiskilled Operative will form part of a flexible, competent civils and cabling team delivering a wide range of groundworks and cable installation activities. Operatives must be capable of working across multiple disciplines and operating plant where qualified.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out cable installation from 11kv up to 400kv in various environments, substations, Battery storage sites and linear cable routes

• Full end to end cable installation, including quality assurance, logistics, temporary works and installation

• Carry out civils works including (not exhaustive):

• Earthworks and aggregate road construction

• Fencing installation

• Trenching and ducting

• General civil works

• Operate plant and machinery where trained and authorised

• Follow method statements, risk assessments, and site instructions

• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and productivity

• Work collaboratively with foremen and other operatives

• Support weekend working and overtime as required

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in civils / cable installation

• CSCS card (Blue or Gold preferred)

• Competent in multiple civils disciplines

• Strong safety awareness and team-working attitude

 Desirable Tickets & Skills

• CPCS or NPORS (360 Excavator, Dumper, Roller)

• Confined Spaces

• Cable pulling / utility experience

• Winch operator

• NRSWA

• Lifting Operations / Slinger Signaller

• SSSTS

• First Aid / Plant vehicle marshal / Banksman

• NG Persons

• EUSR 1 & 2

Driven by values, powered by inclusion.

At OCU, our values guide everything we do: integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients, communities, and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle — it’s the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive, we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone feels they belong. 

Together, we build stronger teams, deliver better outcomes, and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together.

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