360 Excavator Operator

Corrie Recruitment; Thurso; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Accommodation provided when working –

Travel time paid

Company pension

Subsistence

Job summary

Corrie Recruitment is seeking reliable 360 Excavator Operators for client work in Caithness and the surrounding areas. This permanent position offers long-term work with a well-established client, a company vehicle with a fuel card, and a minimum 40-hour week with weekend and overtime potential.

Key responsibilities include safe operation of 360 excavators, daily checks, adherence to safety guidelines, and collaboration with site teams to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS/NPORS ticket or equivalent.
• UK Driving Licence with trailer entitlement is preferred.
• Proven experience operating tracked machinery and awareness of safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 360 excavator safely and efficiently on site.
• Conduct daily machine checks and report maintenance issues.
• Follow health & safety guidelines, site procedures and compliance standards.
• Work closely with site supervisors and teammates to meet project deadlines.
• Ensure tasks are carried out accurately and safely in various site conditions.
• Assist plant hauliers with loading and unloading activities.
• Report accidents, incidents or near-miss events immediately.

Skills

Health & safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Education

CPCS/NPORS certification

UK Driving Licence (trailer entitlement preferred)

Job description

Job Title: 360 Excavator Operator

Location: Caithness

Type: Permanent

Start: ASAP

Duration: Long Term

Rate: Depending on Experience

Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week (weekends and overtime available)

Corrie Recruitment is currently looking for a number of reliable and motivated 360 Excavator Operators for our client in Caithness and the surrounding areas.

This is an exciting opportunity for long-term permanent work with a well-established client. Benefits include a company vehicle with fuel card.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a 360 excavator safely and efficiently on site


• Conduct daily machine checks and report any maintenance issues


• Follow all health & safety guidelines, site procedures and compliance standards


• Work closely with site supervisors and team members to meet project deadlines


• Ensure tasks are carried out accurately and safely in various site conditions


• Assist plant hauliers with loading and unloading activities


• Report any accidents, incidents or near-miss events to your Line Manager or Site Supervisor immediately

Requirements

• Valid CPCS/NPORS ticket


• Valid UK Driving Licence (trailer entitlement preferred)


• Proven experience operating tracked machinery


• Strong awareness of health & safety practices


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Good communication and time-management skills


• Willingness to work throughout Scotland

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive package (Depending on Experience)


• Overtime - Monday to Friday: Time & a Third. Saturday: Time & a Half. Sunday: Double Time


• Company pension scheme


• Travel time paid


• Company vehicle with fuel card


• Accommodation provided when working away from home


• Subsistence of £25 per night and £20 per day when working away

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively promote inclusive, fair and transparent recruitment practices. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring inequality of opportunity throughout the recruitment process.

You must be a UK resident or have proof of right to work in the UK