Overview
Role Overview We are looking for skilled Excavator Operators to join our groundwork teams on a busy project in Reading. You will operate 8T tracked excavators across a range of tasks including lifting operations, external drainage, and driveway works, maintaining the highest standards of safety and plant care - for a period of two weeks with huge potential to extend.
Responsibilities
- Operating 8T tracked excavators across various groundwork activities
- Carrying out lifting operations in line with current lifting plans and site requirements
- Installing and maintaining external drainage systems including trenching, laying pipes and backfilling
- Excavating and preparing sub-bases for driveway construction works
- Working accurately to drawings and levels to ensure quality of finished work
- 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) Excavator +/- 10t Tracked*
- 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
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
How To Apply
Send your CV and cards to recruitment@coinford.co.uk or call 01342840084, quoting “Excavator Operator - Reading”.
