Machine Driver

360 Machine Driver

Final date to receive applications: 14 July 2026

Department: Construction (Trades & Labour)

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Gloucester

Careys is looking for experienced 360 Excavator Operators to join a major civil engineering project in Gloucester.

Working as part of an experienced site team, you'll support earthworks, drainage and infrastructure activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and productivity.

• Operate tracked 360 excavators safely and efficiently on a busy civil engineering project.
• Carry out earthworks, excavation and drainage activities in line with project requirements.
• Work alongside ground workers installing drainage and associated infrastructure.
• Complete daily plant inspections and report any defects.
• Work safely around underground services, operatives and other plant.
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Support the wider site team to ensure programme deadlines are achieved.

Essential

• Valid NPORS or CPCS qualification for tracked 360 excavators.
• Proven experience operating tracked 360 excavators on civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on earthworks and drainage projects.
• Strong understanding of safe excavation practices.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Desirable

• Wheeled excavator competency.
• Experience working around plastic drainage installation.
• Additional plant categories or site qualifications.
• Confined Space or First Aid certification.

Successful applicants must be able to obtain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance before starting on site.

• Competitive pay
• PPE provided
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Long-term project pipeline with Careys