360 Excavator

Construction, Property and Engineering; Abbots Langley; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a 360 Excavator Operator for a National Grid infrastructure project in the UK. The role covers on-site operation, strict adherence to RAMS, and collaboration with groundworkers and engineers.

Candidates must hold CPCS/NPORS with CSCS, National Grid qualification, and EUSR Water/Hygiene. Ongoing work, typical 9-hour days, with a pay rate of £24.00 per hour (CIS). On-site rights to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold CPCS or NPORS (with CSCS) for 360 Excavator above/below 10 tonnes.
• Must hold National Grid Person (National Grid Electricity Contractors Scheme).
• Must hold EUSR SHEA Water certification.
• Must hold EUSR National Water Hygiene (Blue Card).
• Must hold Utility Excavations qualification/endorsement.
• Must have valid CSCS and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Operate tracked/wheeled 360 excavators safely and efficiently per site constraints.
• Carry out precise excavations near underground utilities (electricity, water, gas).
• Follow site RAMS, permits to work, and risk assessments.
• Conduct daily plant inspections and report any defects.
• Work closely with groundworkers, banksmen, and site engineers.

Education

CPCS or NPORS (with CSCS logo) - 360 Excavator (Above/Below 10 tonnes)

National Grid Person (National Grid Electricity Contractors Scheme)

EUSR SHEA Water

EUSR National Water Hygiene (Blue Card)

Utility Excavations qualification / competency endorsement

Valid CSCS compliance & Right to Work in the UK

Job description

Job Title: 360 Excavator Operator

Location: WD25

Pay Rate: £24.00 per hour (CIS)

Project Type: National Grid Infrastructure / Utilities

Duration: Ongoing

Hours: 9 hours a day

Key Responsibilities

• Operating tracked/wheeled 360 excavators safely and efficiently in line with site constraints.

• Carrying out precise excavations in the vicinity of underground electricity, water, and gas assets.

• Following site permits to work, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS).

• Conducting mandatory daily plant inspections, walkarounds, and reporting any defects.

• Working closely with groundworkers, banksmen, and site engineers.

Mandatory Tickets & Qualifications

Candidates must hold valid, up-to-date certifications for the following prior to arriving on site:

• CPCS or NPORS (with CSCS logo) - 360 Excavator (Above/Below 10 tonnes)

• National Grid Person (National Grid Electricity Contractors Scheme)

• EUSR SHEA Water

• EUSR National Water Hygiene (Blue Card)

• Utility Excavations qualification / competency endorsement

• Valid CSCS compliance & Right to Work in the UK

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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