We are looking for skilled and experienced Excavator Operators to join our groundwork teams on a busy project in West Sussex.
The role will primarily involve operating 360 tracked excavators to break out and remove existing hardstanding, including concrete, tarmac, slabs and other construction materials, safely and efficiently.
You will work as part of a site team to remove existing materials, load and move arisings and prepare areas for subsequent construction works, whilst maintaining the highest standards of safety and plant care.
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Breaking out and removing existing hardstanding, including concrete, tarmac, slabs and other materials
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Excavating and removing broken-out materials
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Digging strip foundations, trenches and bulk excavations to drawings and levels
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Preparing areas for subsequent excavation, earthworks or construction activities
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Topsoil levelling, type 1 / crush placement and road formation works
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Lifting and working with trench boxes, manhole boxes and trench sheets
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Acknowledging the need for dig permits before breaking ground
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Experienced working around live services and in service avoidance techniques
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Carrying out daily pre-start plant safety inspections and maintenance checks
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Carrying out essential greasing and basic maintenance, keeping machines clean and tidy
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CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) Excavator +/- 10t Tracked*
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CPCS Lifting Ops / NPORS* Excavator as Crane
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Safety Critical Medical (site specific)
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Reliable, punctual and able to work well with other trades
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Right to work in the UK
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Experience carrying out hardstanding removal and breaking-out works
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GPS machine control experience
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CPCS / NPORS* Forward Tipping Dumper
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CPCS / NPORS* Ride-On Roller
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CPCS / NPORS* Telehandler
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CPCS / NPORS* Quick Hitch Attachment
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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.
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Fair and competitive rates with weekly pay
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Ongoing work on groundwork and concrete frame projects
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Opportunities to move into more skilled roles
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Access to further training and tickets where required by specific sites
Send your CV and cards to [email protected] or call 07920459174, quoting “Excavator Operator – 826, West Sussex”.
