360 Excavator Operator (Shetland Island)

Barker Ross Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Barker Ross Group is seeking an experienced 360 Excavator Operator for a 7-month infrastructure project in the Shetland Islands. The role requires operating 8-tonne to 14-tonne excavators and includes heavy trenching, ducting, and tarmac reinstatement on site.

You will work outdoors in challenging conditions, with references required from previous employers and a CPCS/NPORS qualification. Travel to Shetland and accommodation are provided by the client, with a full rotation in place.

Qualifications

• Experience operating 8–14 tonne excavators.
• Tarmac reinstatement experience essential.
• References from previous employers required.
• CPCS/NPORS qualification required.
• 7-month project duration and outdoor environment.

Skills

Excavator Operation

8-14 Tonne Excavators

Tarmac Reinstatement

Outdoor/Field Environment

References Available

Education

CPCS/NPORS qualification

Job description

We are looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operator for a 7-month infrastructure project in the Shetland Islands.

The project involves approximately 1,500 metres of large open-cut trenching through fields and peatland, installing three 8-inch power ducts and fibre optic cables, plus a further 2,400 metres of trenching along a carriageway, including tarmac reinstatement.

Requirements:

• Experienced 360 Excavator Operator
• Experience operating 8-tonne or 14-tonne excavators
• Experience laying/reinstating tarmac is essential
• Previous utilities, ducting, trenching or infrastructure experience preferred
• Fit and capable of working on a demanding outdoor project
• Reliable and able to commit to the full rotation
• References required from previous employers
• Relevant CPCS/NPORS qualification required11 days on / 4 days off, with travel to and from Shetland and accommodation paid for by the client.

Barker Ross Group 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.

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