360 Excavator - Above 10 Tonnes - Lifting Ops

Foundation Personnel Inc; Leiston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Personnel Inc is looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operator to join a long-term civil engineering project at Sizewell C. This role offers full-time work with 12-hour shifts, competitive pay, overtime rates, and a lodge allowance. Ideal candidates will have the required certifications and a commitment to safety in a team-oriented work environment.

Benefits

Payroll Contract

Overtime paid at x1.5 after 39 hours, x2 after 50 hours

Lodge allowance of £55.85/night if over 50 miles from site

Long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure project

Qualifications

• Experience on large-scale civil or infrastructure projects is essential.
• Ability to work in a team and follow strict safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 360 excavator safely and effectively, including lifting operations.
• Conduct daily machine checks and report defects.
• Assist with other duties as required to support site operations.

Skills

Operating a 360 excavator

Teamwork

Adhering to safety practices

Education

BLUE CPCS or NPORS with CSCS logo – 360 Excavator (with Lifting Ops)

Safety Critical Medical (SEQOHS-accredited)

Valid DBS Check

Job description

Position: 360 Excavator Operator (with Lifting Ops)
Location: Leiston, Suffolk (Sizewell C)
Project: Major Civil Engineering & Earthworks
Scope: Operating 360 Excavator on Roadways and Bulk Earthworks
Hours: Full-Time (12-hour shifts), weekend available
Duration: Long-term
Salary: PAYE + Overtime Rates & Lodge Allowance

Tickets Required:

• BLUE CPCS or NPORS with CSCS logo – 360 Excavator (with Lifting Ops)

• Safety Critical Medical (SEQOHS-accredited)

• Valid DBS Check

Foundation Personnel are working on behalf of a Tier 1 Contractor for the Sizewell C project, supporting the recruitment of skilled plant operators for a nationally significant infrastructure scheme.

We are currently looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operators (with Lifting Ops) to work on roadway construction and major earthworks. The project offers long-term stability, plenty of overtime, and excellent working conditions.

Key Benefits & Conditions:

• PAYE Contract

• Overtime paid at x1.5 after 39 hours, x2 after 50 hours

• 12-hour shifts (Monday–Friday), plus alternate weekends

• £55.85/night lodge allowance (if over 50 miles from site)

• Long-term opportunity on a major UK infrastructure project

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating a 360 excavator safely and effectively, including lifting operations

• Supporting roadway and earthworks teams on-site

• Conducting daily machine checks and reporting defects

• Following all site safety protocols and environmental standards

• Assisting with other duties as required to support site operations

Requirements:

• BLUE CPCS or NPORS with CSCS logo – 360 Excavator (with Lifting Ops)

• Safety Critical Medical (SEQOHS-accredited)

• Valid DBS Check (can be arranged online if not already held)

• Demonstrated experience on large-scale civil or infrastructure projects

• Ability to work in a team and adhere to strict safety practices

About the Employer:
This role is with a Tier 1 national contractor delivering high-profile civil engineering projects across the UK. They are committed to building infrastructure with sustainability, safety, and long-term career progression in mind.

If you are a 360 Excavator Operator ready to contribute to the Sizewell C project, apply today!

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Foundation Personnel, who are acting as a recruitment or employment business.