Due to continued growth and an increasing workload, we are looking to recruit experienced, professional, and reliable Deep Excavation Team Operatives to join our expanding team.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a company that values safety, teamwork, and career development. We offer long-term, secure employment, ongoing investment in our employees, and genuine opportunities for progression into supervisory and management roles.
Working across a variety of utility and civil engineering projects, you will carry out excavations ranging from shallow service trenches to complex deep excavations exceeding 6 metres, primarily for foul water sewer repairs and associated infrastructure works.
Safety is our highest priority. Every excavation is planned and completed in accordance with current legislation, industry best practice, and company procedures. Full training, mentoring, and company-funded qualifications will be provided to ensure every member of our team has the skills and knowledge to work safely and confidently.
The Role
As a Deep Excavation Team Operative, you will work as part of a skilled and supportive team delivering high-quality excavation and utility works across a range of locations.
You will be expected to:
- Carry out excavations from shallow depths to over 6 metres.
- Work safely within trench support systems, shoring, and temporary works.
- Operate excavators ranging from 1.5-tonne mini excavators up to 21-tonne tracked excavators.
- Operate dumpers and other plant where qualified.
- Excavate around existing underground utilities safely and accurately.
- Repair foul water sewers and assist with associated utility works.
- Install, inspect, and maintain excavation support systems where required.
- Carry out reinstatement and backfilling works to the required specification.
- Complete daily plant checks and report defects.
- Follow site drawings, specifications, and supervisors' instructions.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, clients, and members of the public when necessary.
- Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and client requirements.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for individuals who take pride in their work, understand the importance of safety, and enjoy working as part of a professional team.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have previous experience working within deep excavations and utility projects.
- Be confident operating excavators and plant machinery.
- Have a strong understanding of excavation safety and underground services.
- Demonstrate excellent timekeeping and reliability.
- Be physically fit and capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Be adaptable and willing to work at different project locations.
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Be committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental awareness.
- Work well independently as well as within a team.
Essential Requirements
- Valid CPCS or NPORS Excavator ticket.
- Cat & Genny 1 & 2 certification.
- Previous excavation experience.
- Full UK Driving Licence (preferred).
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable Qualifications
- NRSWA Streetworks accreditation.
- Confined Space certification.
- Deep Excavation experience.
- First Aid at Work.
- EUSR registration.
- Temporary Works awareness.
- Banksman/Slinger Signaller.
- Lift Supervisor.
- Additional plant tickets.
Applicants without all desirable qualifications are still encouraged to apply, as training can be provided.
Training & Career Development
We believe our people are our greatest asset and actively invest in their future.
Successful candidates will benefit from:
- Company-funded CPCS and NPORS training.
- Streetworks qualifications.
- Confined Space training.
- First Aid certification.
- Temporary Works training.
- Utility industry qualifications.
- Ongoing Health & Safety training.
- Opportunities to progress into Lead Operative, Foreperson, Supervisor, Site Manager, and Project Management roles.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday
- 7:00am – 5:00pm
- Weekend work available.
- Overtime available at enhanced rates.
- Occasional emergency call-out work may be available.
What We Offer
- Competitive rates of pay.
- PAYE or CIS payment options.
- Immediate starts available.
- Long-term, secure employment.
- Stable local contracts with a growing workload.
- Regular overtime opportunities.
- Company-funded training and qualifications.
- Modern plant and equipment.
- High-quality PPE provided.
- Supportive management team.
- Genuine career progression.
- Opportunity to work on major utility and infrastructure projects.
Job Type
- Full-time
- Permanent
- PAYE or CIS
Salary
Competitive salary, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and tickets, with excellent overtime earning potential.
Join Our Team
Work Location: On the road
