Dumper Operative

Construction, Property and Engineering; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is looking for an experienced Forward Tipping Dumper Operative to join a major earthworks project in Darlington. The role involves safely operating forward tipping dumpers to move soil and materials and coordinating with excavator operators and groundworkers to maintain safe haul roads.

You will perform daily pre-start checks, carry out routine maintenance, and adhere to site safety rules and speed limits.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS or NPORS card (Forward Tipping Dumper endorsement essential).
• Proven track record on earthworks or large-scale groundworks sites.
• Full PPE (Hard hat, high-vis, safety boots).
• Valid CIS registration.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forward tipping dumpers (wheeled or tracked) to transport soil, sub-base materials, and muck across site.
• Work in coordination with excavator operators and groundworkers to maintain safe loading, tipping, and site haul roads.
• Perform daily pre-start checks, routine maintenance, and ensure all plant machinery is operated safely.
• Adhere strictly to site safety rules, speed limits, and traffic management protocols.

Skills

Safety focus

Reliability

Site awareness

Job description

Job Title: Dumper Operative - Earthworks

Location: Darlington

Pay Rate: £21.00 per hour (CIS)

We are currently seeking an experienced Forward Tipping Dumper Operative to join a major earthworks project based in Darlington.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate forward tipping dumpers (wheeled or tracked) to transport soil, sub-base materials, and muck across site.




• Work in coordination with excavator operators and groundworkers to maintain safe loading, tipping, and site haul roads.




• Perform daily pre-start checks, routine maintenance, and ensure all plant machinery is operated safely.




• Adhere strictly to site safety rules, speed limits, and traffic management protocols.

Requirements:

• Valid CPCS or NPORS card (Forward Tipping Dumper endorsement essential).




• Proven track record on earthworks or large-scale groundworks sites.




• Full PPE (Hard hat, high-vis, safety boots).




• Valid CIS registration.




• Strong reliability, punctuality, and commitment to site safety.

Offer:

• Rate: £21.00/hr (CIS)




• Start Date: Immediate




• Location: Darlington

Randstad CPE 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.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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