Machine Plant Operator
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor & Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator
Location: Shetland
Rate: £24-£26 per hour CIS
Rotation: 11 days on / 4 days off
CSCS: Valid CPCS or NPORS with CSCS logo required
Plant: 360 Excavator ticket required
We are currently looking for experienced 360 Machine Operators for a long-term rotational opportunity in Shetland.
The role involves operating 360 excavators across rural construction sites, carrying out excavation, earthworks, drainage and associated groundworks. The successful applicants will be working away from home on rotation and should be comfortable working outdoors in wet, windy and cold weather, with limited daylight during the winter months.
Requirements- Previous experience as a 360 Excavator Operator
- Valid 360 Excavator ticket required
- Valid CPCS or NPORS with CSCS logo required
- Proven experience operating excavators safely and efficiently
- Experience in earthworks, drainage and trenching preferred
- Experience working on soft or peat ground would be advantageous
- Candidates with farming or agricultural contracting backgrounds alongside relevant plant operating experience are welcome
- Comfortable working outdoors in a range of weather
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
- Willing to work away from home on rotation
- Able to meet the physical requirements of the role and work scheduled hours
- Must comply with company drug and alcohol policy and any required testing
- £24-£26 per hour CIS
- Monday-Friday: 1.5x after the first 10 hours
- Saturday:
All hours paid at 1.5x - Sunday/Bank Holidays:
All hours paid at 2.0x - Long-term rotational opportunity
- 11 days on / 4 days off rotation
- Option for longer working spells
- Work across established rural construction sites in Shetland
Working hours will generally be 7/8am to 5/6pm
, based on available daylight and weather, particularly during winter.
The proposed rotation is 11 days on and 4 days off
, with the option for longer working spells where required.
Applications will be reviewed, followed by further screening and shortlisting where appropriate.
Selected applicants will then be invited to attend a Microsoft Teams interview
.
INDBC
Danny Sullivan Group is an equal opportunity employer providing a diverse and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme
, we offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.
We aim to make our recruitment process fair and accessible to all applicants.
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