LOCATION: Isle of Grain, Kent
START DATE: 2nd November 2026
END DATE: 18th December 2026
PAY RATE: £20.00 per hour
This is a temporary opportunity for a hardworking and experienced Groundworker / Dumper Operator to join the site team for the duration of the project.
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out general groundworks duties and operating a dumper safely and efficiently to support site operations. We are looking for someone who is confident working as part of a team, follows instructions and maintains high standards of health and safety.
Duties
- Carrying out general groundworks duties as required by site management.
- Operating a dumper safely and efficiently to transport materials around the site.
- Moving soil, aggregates and other materials to designated areas.
- Assisting with excavation, backfilling and preparation of ground areas.
- Supporting groundworkers and other tradespeople with day‑to‑day site activities.
- Loading and unloading materials where required.
- Completing daily equipment checks before operating the dumper.
- Ensuring machinery is operated in accordance with site rules and safety procedures.
- Maintaining awareness of pedestrians, vehicles and other machinery working nearby.
- Keeping work areas clean, tidy and free from obstructions.
- Following instructions from supervisors and site management.
- Reporting any machinery defects, hazards or unsafe working conditions.
- Wearing the correct PPE and complying with all site health and safety requirements.
- Carrying out any other reasonable groundworks or dumper operating duties required on site.
Requirements
- Must hold a valid CPCS or NPORS card for dumper operation.
- Must hold a valid CSCS card.
- Must have suitable PPE, including safety boots, a hard hat and a high‑visibility vest, along with any additional PPE required on site.
- Must be able to provide references.
- Previous experience in groundworks and dumper operation is essential.
- Must have a good understanding of construction site health and safety procedures.
- Must be confident operating a dumper safely in a busy site environment.
- Must be reliable, punctual and hardworking.
- Must be able to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
- Must be available from 2nd November until 18th December 2026.
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