Machine Operative

Machine Operator (Tractor/excavator/dumper/Ufkes etc)

Location:

Maidstone (ME)
Salary: £121 - £130 per day (competitive, based on experience).
Overtime x 1.5 for evening and Saturday shifts; x 2 for Sunday shifts.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5pm (9.5-hour days). Overtime flexibility is required to work evenings and weekends, when needed.

Purpose
Performing a variety of tasks on-site, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. Able to prioritise tasks, and take responsibility for their own tooling, maintenance, and safety procedures. As an operative, holding additional certification, you are responsible for the maintenance and the safe and proper use of plant and machinery on site.

Task Management:

Effectively manage and complete multiple tasks on-site, ensuring all are completed within specified time frames and to the required standards.
Prioritise tasks based on urgency and workload, ensuring that all duties are carried out efficiently as per Team Leader instructions.

Risk Assessments & Safety:

Assist in completing daily risk assessments, ensuring that all risks are identified and mitigated appropriately.
Take responsibility for ensuring that your own daily tasks are completed in compliance with safety procedures. This includes PPE inspections and assigned equipment.
Be confident in identifying near misses and intervene positively when necessary, following the required reporting procedure on Procore.
Regularly attend Safety Forums to stay updated on safety protocols and best practices.
Comply with requirements to use monitoring equipment such as Reactec (for HAVs monitoring).
Ensure sites are safe and appropriately signed/barriered to protect the public

Tooling & Machinery Maintenance:

Be responsible for your own tooling and machinery, ensuring that regular checks and maintenance are carried out to meet compliance standards and where required documented on Procore.
Perform general troubleshooting of assigned machinery and tooling, ensuring issues are addressed promptly.
Carry out routine maintenance and ensure all assigned machinery and tools are in good working order.
Report any significant equipment issues to the appropriate person or department for further action.

Problem Solving & Issue Resolution:

Resolve minor issues on-site as they arise, applying practical solutions and utilising the experience of your Team Leader.
Ensure that any problems requiring escalation are promptly raised with the Team Leader or Supervisor.

Site Paperwork & Reporting:

Complete all necessary site documentation as required on Procore, including any tasks delegated by the Team Leader.
Maintain accurate records and ensure all documentation is completed to a high standard and in a timely manner.

Support & Mentorship:

Support less experienced or newer operatives, offering guidance and assistance as needed.
Lead by example by applying new knowledge and best practices learned through safety forums and on-the-job experience.

General Site Duties:

Contribute to the smooth running of daily site operations, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and safely to a high standard and on time.
Ensure your own work area is kept tidy and safe, maintaining a clean and organised site.

Customer:

Be aware of your impact on the local community and the end customer.
Ensure any interactions with Customers are courteous and where issues arise escalate appropriately.
Direct any Customer queries and complaints to the Team Leader and main office.

Machine Maintenance & Inspection

Conduct daily pre-start checks and routine inspections to ensure safe operational readiness
Report defects or abnormalities promptly and coordinate with maintenance teams for resolution
Perform minor maintenance tasks (e.g. fluid top-ups, filter changes) in line with manufacturer guidelines escalating to Fleet Co-ordinator/Workshop Manager
Maintain accurate logs for inspections, servicing, and repair history on Procore Health, Safety & Compliance

Operate machinery in accordance with company safety protocols and statutory regulations (e.g. PUWER, LOLER)
Wear appropriate PPE and maintain a clean, hazard-free working environment
Attend regular safety briefings, toolbox talks, and refresher training as required
Actively participate in incident reporting and support investigation processes
Follow designated traffic routes and safety signage on site
Ensure secure parking and shutdown procedures are followed at the end of each shift

Collaborative Safety Culture

Work cooperatively with supervisors and clients to address emerging risks
Take personal accountability for safety-both self and others-while promoting responsible conduct among peers

Qualifications (essential)
CSCS
CPCS >10t

Qualifications (desirable)
SSSTS
NUSR

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