360 Excavator Operative

Matchtech; North West Leicestershire; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced 360 Excavator Operator to join Active Tunnelling on an upcoming project in the UK. Start date 28th October and finish 18th January reflect a fixed-term contract focused on shafts, pits and pipejacking.

The role requires a valid CPCS/NPORS 360 ticket, a strong commitment to safety and reliability in busy construction environments, with responsibilities including machine operation, site loading, and supporting tunnelling activities.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator ticket.
• Experience on shafts, pits, tunnelling or pipejacking preferred.
• Strong safety awareness on construction sites.
• Reliable in busy construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Operating a 360 excavator safely and efficiently
• Excavation works around shafts and pits
• Supporting pipejacking and tunnelling operations
• Loading and moving materials around site
• Working safely around lifting operations and site teams
• Carrying out daily machine checks
• Maintaining high health and safety standards

Skills

360 Excavator operation

Site safety awareness

Equipment daily checks

Team collaboration

Job description

360 Excavator Operator - Active Tunnelling

We are looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operator to join Active Tunnelling on an upcoming tunnelling project.

Start Date: 28th October

Finish Date: 18th January

Work: Shafts, pits and pipejacking

Duties will include:

• Operating a 360 excavator safely and efficiently


• Excavation works around shafts and pits


• Supporting pipejacking and tunnelling operations


• Loading and moving materials around site


• Working safely around lifting operations and site teams


• Carrying out daily machine checks


• Maintaining high health and safety standards

Requirements:

• Valid CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator ticket


• Previous experience working on shafts, pits, tunnelling or pipejacking preferred


• Good understanding of site safety


• Reliable and experienced working in busy construction environments