We are looking for skilled and experienced Excavator Operators to join our groundwork teams on a busy project in Kent.
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.
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.
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Operating a 14T 360 tracked excavator safely and efficiently
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Carrying out road formation and earthworks as part of an established road formation gang
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Excavating and preparing sub-formation, capping layers and formation levels
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Topsoil stripping, bulk excavation and site preparation
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Placing, spreading and trimming Type 1, crushed materials and other aggregates
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Working accurately to levels, gradients, falls and profiles
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Supporting the construction and preparation of roads, access roads and hardstanding areas
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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) 360 Excavator*
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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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Proven experience operating a 14T excavator – ESSENTIAL
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Previous experience working as part of a road formation gang – ESSENTIAL
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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 – 825, Kent”.
