8T Excavator Operator – Groundworks & Growth

Coinford Holdings Ltd; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing groundwork projects

Opportunities for progression

Site safety training

Job summary

Coinford Holdings Ltd in Kent is seeking skilled Excavator Operators to join our groundwork teams on a busy project. You will operate an 8t 360 tracked excavator across diverse tasks, maintaining safety and plant care on site.

Key responsibilities include forming driveways and access routes, working with a forming crew, and performing daily site checks. Opportunities exist for progression within the company.

Qualifications

• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) 360 Excavator +/- 10t Tracked required.
• Proven experience operating an 8T excavator.
• Safety Critical Medical (site specific).

Responsibilities

• Operate an 8T 360 tracked excavator safely and efficiently.
• Carry out scaffold mat and driveway formation works as part of a gang.
• Prepare and form driveways, access routes and hardstanding areas.
• Work with Groundworkers, Site Engineers, Dumper Operators and other plant operators to achieve formation levels.
• Dig trenches and perform general groundwork tasks as required.
• Handle trench boxes, manhole boxes and trench sheets as needed.
• Be aware of live services and use service avoidance techniques.
• Conduct daily pre-start plant safety inspections and maintenance checks.
• Perform basic maintenance and keep machines clean and tidy.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Coinford Holdings Ltd in Kent is seeking skilled Excavator Operators to join our groundwork teams on a busy project. You will operate an 8t 360 tracked excavator across diverse tasks, maintaining safety and plant care on site.

Key responsibilities include forming driveways and access routes, working with a forming crew, and performing daily site checks. Opportunities exist for progression within the company.