Machine Operator​/Excavator Operator

360 Machine Operator / Excavator Operator

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for skilled and experienced Excavator Operators to join our groundwork teams on a busy project in Kent
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You will operate a 14T 360 tracked excavator across a range of groundwork and earthworks activities, with a particular focus on road formations and associated groundwork
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The successful candidate will have previous experience working as part of a road formation gang and be confident working accurately to drawings, levels and specifications while maintaining high standards of safety and plant care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operating a 14T 360 tracked excavator safely and efficiently
• Carrying out road formation and earthworks as part of an established road formation gang
• Excavating and preparing sub-formation, capping layers and formation levels
• Topsoil stripping, bulk excavation and site preparation
• Placing, spreading and trimming Type 1, crushed materials and other aggregates
• Working accurately to levels, gradients, falls and profiles
• Supporting the construction and preparation of roads, access roads and hard standing areas
• Experienced working around live services and in service avoidance techniques
• Carrying out daily pre-start plant safety inspections and maintenance checks
• Carrying out essential greasing and basic maintenance, keeping machines clean and tidy

REQUIREMENTS

• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) 360 Excavator*
• CPCS Lifting Ops / NPORS
  * Excavator as Crane
• Safety Critical Medical (site specific)
• Reliable, punctual and able to work well with other trades
• Right to work in the UK

• Proven experience operating a 14T excavator – ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience working as part of a road formation gang – ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

• GPS machine control experience
• CPCS / NPORS
  * Forward Tipping Dumper
• CPCS / NPORS
  * Ride-On Roller
• CPCS / NPORS
  * Telehandler
• CPCS / NPORS
  * Quick Hitch Attachment
• 5+ years of experience

* Please note:

to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards that are CSCS-affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram. If you do not currently meet this requirement, please still get in touch – we are happy to guide you through the transfer process.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Fair and competitive rates with weekly pay
• Ongoing work on groundwork and concrete frame projects
• Opportunities to move into more skilled roles
• Access to further training and tickets where required by specific sites