360 EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

I & H Brown Limited; Scotland; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime available

Major UK projects

Supportive team environment

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

The 360 Excavator Operator role at I & H Brown Limited supports civil engineering projects by safely operating excavators and collaborating with site teams to ensure quality and efficiency. Compliance with SHEQ policies is essential.

Candidates must hold a valid CPCS/NPORS card, a full UK driving licence and proven experience with 360 excavators on civil works across Scotland. Competitive hourly rate with overtime and progression on major UK projects are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS or NPORS card (with CPCS hologram) for relevant plant.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Proven experience operating 360 excavators in civil engineering environments.
• Strong work ethic, reliability and ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to operate across multiple sites throughout Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of 360-degree excavators for excavation, demolition, lifting and material handling.
• Perform daily pre-start checks and report defects promptly.
• Digging, trenching, backfilling, grading and loading per site requirements.
• Carry out lifting operations in line with lifting plans and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with site supervisors, engineers and ground teams to meet programmes.
• Follow site method statements, risk assessments and traffic management plans.
• Maintain good housekeeping of plant and working areas.
• Support wider site operations to assist project delivery.
• Adhere to SHEQ policies and company management systems.
• Attend training and development activities (in person or via eLearning).
• Undertake any duties as reasonably assigned.

Skills

CPCS/NPORS card

Full UK Driving Licence

360 Excavator experience

Teamwork

Flexibility across Scotland

Job description

The 360 Excavator Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of excavators to support a wide range of civil engineering activities, including excavation, lifting, demolition and material handling. Working closely with site teams, the role ensures works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards, while maintaining full compliance with Company Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) policies and procedures.

Job Title

360 EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

location

Lothian/Central Belt/Borders/Dumfries & Galloway

Competitive Hourly Rate

overview

The 360 Excavator Operator plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery of civil engineering projects by providing skilled plant operation across a range of site activities. The role requires a strong commitment to safety, teamwork and quality, ensuring work is carried out efficiently, professionally and in line with project programmes and Company standards.

key responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of 360-degree excavators to carry out excavation, demolition, lifting and material handling activities.
• Carry out daily pre-start checks and routine inspections, reporting any defects or maintenance requirements promptly.
• Undertake digging, trenching, backfilling, grading and loading operations in line with site requirements and specifications.
• Carry out lifting operations in accordance with lifting plans and relevant safety procedures where applicable.
• Work closely with site supervisors, engineers and ground teams to ensure works are delivered in line with the construction programme.
• Follow all site-specific method statements, risk assessments and traffic management plans.
• Maintain good housekeeping of plant and working areas, ensuring equipment is kept in safe working condition.
• Support wider site operations as required to assist with project delivery.
• To be aware of all Company Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) policies, procedures and management systems and to ensure their application as they relate to areas of responsibility.
• Attend training and development activities in person or via eLearning as required.
• Undertake any such duties as may reasonably be ascribed to the role from time to time.

Skill, knowledge, and experiences

• Valid CPCS or NPORS (with CPCS hologram) card for relevant plant category.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Proven experience operating 360 Excavators within a civil engineering environment.
• Strong work ethic, reliability and ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work across multiple sites throughout Scotland.

• Competitive hourly rate and overtime
• Opportunity to work on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to a wide range of technical challenges and project types