360 Machine Operator / Excavator Operator

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.

• Operating a 14T 360 tracked excavator safely and efficiently
• Carrying out road formation and earthworks as part of an established road formation gang
• Excavating and preparing sub-formation, capping layers and formation levels
• Topsoil stripping, bulk excavation and site preparation
• Placing, spreading and trimming Type 1, crushed materials and other aggregates
• Working accurately to levels, gradients, falls and profiles
• Supporting the construction and preparation of roads, access roads and hardstanding areas
• Experienced working around live services and in service avoidance techniques
• Carrying out daily pre-start plant safety inspections and maintenance checks
• Carrying out essential greasing and basic maintenance, keeping machines clean and tidy

• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) 360 Excavator*
• 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

• Proven experience operating a 14T excavator – ESSENTIAL
• Previous experience working as part of a road formation gang – ESSENTIAL

• 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.

• 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

Send your CV and cards to recruitment@coinford.co.uk or call 07920459174, quoting "Excavator Operator – 825, Kent".