Digger Driver

Pertemps; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor seeks experienced Digger Drivers for a 10-day project in Central London. Responsibilities include infrastructure replacement and barrier installation, requiring valid certifications and demonstrable expertise in challenging ground conditions. Join a premium rate opportunity in urban construction.

Benefits

Premium daily rates reflecting specialist skills required

Short-term intensive project

Working with established civil engineering contractor

Qualifications

• Proven experience in infrastructure replacement projects.
• Demonstrated skills in concrete foundation removal and construction.
• Experience working in subsidence-affected and restricted access areas.

Responsibilities

• Complete removal of existing structures and foundations.
• Excavation and preparation for new reinforced concrete pad construction.
• Installation of new security barriers and related groundworks.

Skills

Infrastructure Replacement

Precision Excavation

Multi-Trade Coordination

Education

Valid CPCS/NPORS Digger Ticket (Under 10 tons)

NRSWA StreetWorks certification

CSCS/CPCS Civils Training card

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EXPERIENCED DIGGER DRIVER REQUIRED - CENTRAL LONDON

EXPERIENCED DIGGER DRIVER REQUIRED - CENTRAL LONDON

£220-280 per day (£18-23 per hour)
Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor for an experienced Digger Driver to work on a specialist project in Central London.

PROJECT DETAILS

Duration: 10-day project starting 23rd June 2025

Location: Bermondsey, London - near Underground station

Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm

Equipment: Under 10 tons digger operation

PROJECT SCOPE & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Infrastructure Replacement & Barrier Installation Project

This specialist project involves the complete replacement of existing infrastructure and installation of new security barriers at a Central London site.

Primary Tasks:

Infrastructure Replacement: Complete removal of existing structures and foundations

Foundation Work: Excavation and removal of old concrete foundations, preparation for new reinforced concrete pad construction

Barrier Installation: Installation of new security barriers and associated groundworks

Precision Excavation: Careful trenching and excavation work around existing utilities

Site Preparation: Ground preparation and leveling for new installations

Challenging Working Conditions:

Working in subsidence-affected ground requiring careful excavation techniques

Operating in close proximity to live HV cables with strict safety protocols

London area constraints including limited access and tight working spaces

Coordination with utilities and other trades on active site

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Certifications Required:

Valid CPCS/NPORS Digger Ticket (Under 10 tons)

NRSWA StreetWorks certification

CSCS/CPCS Civils Training card

Mandatory Health & Safety Certificates:

Asbestos Awareness

Environmental Awareness

First Aid

Manual Handling

Abrasive Wheels

Basic Fire Safety Awareness

Locate Utility Services

EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Infrastructure & Barrier Expertise: Proven experience in infrastructure replacement projects and security barrier installations

Foundation Specialists: Demonstrated skills in concrete foundation removal and construction

Precision Excavation: Experience working around live utilities and in restricted access areas

Challenging Ground Conditions: Background working in subsidence-affected areas and unstable ground

Urban Construction: Experience with London construction constraints and regulations

Multi-Trade Coordination: Ability to work alongside other contractors and utility companies

WHY CHOOSE THIS ROLE?

Premium daily rates reflecting specialist skills required

Central London location

Working with established civil engineering contractor

Short-term intensive project

APPLY NOW

Contact Pertemps immediately to secure this premium-rate position.
All candidates must have valid, in-date certifications and demonstrable experience in similar groundworks projects.
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