Excavator operator Work, Jobs in Castle Cary, Som (with Salaries)

Excavator Operator - forestry
D J Harrison Countryside Contracting —Bath
- £20 - £25 an hour
- Part-time
- Power tools
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Free parking
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Excavator Operator
Coinford Ltd —Bristol
- Full-time
360 Driver / Excavator Operative
Sphere Solutions —Shaftesbury
- £23 an hour
- Temporary
- Customer service
- Driving
- In-person
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11d
Skilled Labourer
jb outdoor services ltd —Wincanton
- £13.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- Power tools
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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11d
General Operative
M Group —Bridgwater
- £45,000 a year
- Driving
- IT
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
2d
Machine Driver/Ground Worker
Saxon Civils Ltd —Blandford Forum
- £15.21 - £22.76 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Commercial driving
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16h
Slinger Signaller
M Group —Bridgwater
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Ground Worker/Plant Operator
Bartlett Contractors Limited —Sturminster Newton
- £36,000 - £46,800 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Free parking
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Landscaper
Jones Building Group —Yeovil
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
- In-person
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3d
Telehandler Operator
Sphere Solutions —Yeovil
- £20 an hour
- Temporary
- Driving
- In-person
- Commercial driving
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4d
trainee drill rig operator/operator
Explosive developments ltd —Bristol
- From £14 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Driving
- In-person
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2d
Surfacing operative/Groundworker
Avanti Surfacing LTD —Bath
- £130 - £170 a day
- Full-time
- Management
- In-person
- Communication skills
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5d
Hard landscaper
Root & Stone Landscaping Ltd —Glastonbury
- £24,420.00 - £35,477.02 a year
- Temporary
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- Power tools
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Pond & Water Feature Artisan and Landscaper
DU Waterscapes —Ilminster
- £24,500 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Heavy lifting
- Communication skills
- Free parking
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Ground Worker
Bartlett Contractors Limited —Sturminster Newton
- £15.15 - £22.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- In-person
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Landscape Team Leader
Gel Landscaping & Groundworks Ltd —Bristol
- £150 - £180 a day
- Driving
- Organisational skills
- Power tools
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Machine Driver ( Transportation Infrastructure)
Coinford Ltd —Bristol
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
Landscape Labourer
Gel Landscaping & Groundworks Ltd —Bristol
- £12.71 - £12.72 an hour
- Organisational skills
- Power tools
- Construction
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7d
HGV Class 2. Hook Loader driver. Waste. 4 on 4 off shift. Days.
Dampneys Ltd —Trowbridge
- From £15.98 an hour
- Full-time
- Driving
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
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Excavator Operator - forestry
D J Harrison Countryside Contracting —Bath
Valid driving licence as sites are often remote. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in…
£20 - £25 an hour
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Excavator Operator
Coinford Ltd —Bristol
Carrying out daily pre-start plant safety inspections and maintenance checks. Carrying out essential greasing and basic maintenance, keeping machines clean and…

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Excavator Operator - forestry

D J Harrison Countryside Contracting
Bath

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time | Full-time | Part-time upon request | Self-employed | Freelance
£20 - £25 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
On-site parking

Qualifications

Excavator
Forestry
Driving Licence
Chainsaw
CSCS
Chainsaw Licence
Land management
Power tools
Mechanical knowledge
Sustainable management

Full job description

Overview
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Excavator Operator specialised in operations. We are a countryside contracting business based just outside of Bath and have projects involving forestry/tree work, as well as ponds/rivers/wetland creation and enhancement UK wide. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating heavy machinery to assist in these projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance. We have 3t and 9t machines within our fleet, with occasional use of 14t+ machines subject to the requirements of each project. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in countryside environments to contribute to sustainable land management and enhancement activities.

Responsibilities

Operate excavators and related heavy machinery safely and efficiently within forestry sites.
Assist with land clearing, tree removal, and site preparation activities.
Assist with excavations of ponds, scrapes, channels and other water courses.
Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations during operations.
Collaborate with team members to plan and execute tasks effectively.
Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment usage.
Support other operational activities such as transporting materials using commercial vehicles when required.
Some stay away work, accommodation always provided where needed.
Experience
Proven experience operating excavators in forestry or similar environments.
Mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot minor equipment issues and perform basic repairs.
Valid driving licence as sites are often remote.
Familiarity with safety standards related to heavy machinery operation and forestry work.
Prior experience working in environmentally sensitive areas is advantageous but not essential. This role requires a dedicated professional capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions, with a focus on safety, precision, and environmental stewardship.

Pay: £20.00-£25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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excavator operator jobs in castle cary, som

Excavator Operator - forestry

Excavator Operator

360 Driver / Excavator Operative

Skilled Labourer

General Operative

Machine Driver/Ground Worker

Slinger Signaller

Ground Worker/Plant Operator

Landscaper

Telehandler Operator

trainee drill rig operator/operator

Surfacing operative/Groundworker

Hard landscaper

Pond & Water Feature Artisan and Landscaper

Ground Worker

Landscape Team Leader

Machine Driver ( Transportation Infrastructure)

Landscape Labourer

HGV Class 2. Hook Loader driver. Waste. 4 on 4 off shift. Days.

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