Digger​/Excavator Operator

About the Company

Carmichael and Baxter Groundworks is a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor. We are known for delivering high-spec residential and commercial projects. We operate a modern fleet of machinery and maintain high standards of health and safety.

We are seeking an experienced Excavator Operator to join our team. You will be operating machines ranging from [e.g., 5-tonne to 20-tonne] on various sites across the region.

You will be the lead machine operator for a groundworks squad. Precision and safety are paramount.

Excavation: digging foundations, deep drainage trenches, and trial pits.

Site Preparation: stripping topsoil, grading, and leveling stone to fine tolerances.

Material Handling:
Loading dumpers and moving materials safely around the site.

Working Around Services:
Digging safely around live gas, water, and electric services.

Machine Care:
Daily checks (fluids, grease, tracks) and keeping the cab clean.

Teamwork:
Willingness to "muck in" and assist the ground workers when the machine is standing.

Valid CPCS (Blue) or NPORS card for 360 Excavator (Tracked).

Lifting Operations category on your card is highly advantageous.

Minimum 3+ years of experience in groundwork (drainage experience is essential).

Full UK Driving Licence.

High awareness of site safety and blind spots.

GPS / Machine Control experience.

Fit to Work medical certificate.

Additional tickets (Dumper/Roller/Telehandler).

Top Rates:
Competitive hourly pay paid weekly.

Modern Plant:
We invest in our fleet—you will be operating well-maintained, modern equipment.

Stability:
Long-term contracts with a secure pipeline of work.

Benefits:
Holiday pay and pension scheme.