Excavator Driver

Careys Foundation; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is seeking an experienced Excavator Driver for a live civils project in Edinburgh. The role involves operating a wheeled 360 excavator for various groundworks, including trenching and lifting, while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a valid CPCS or NPORS card, preferably hold a CSCS certification, and possess a strong awareness of site safety. Competitive pay rates are offered along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Weekly payments

Ongoing work with a well-established contractor

Friendly, professional team

Safe working environment

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS or NPORS card with Wheeled 360 Excavator endorsement.
• Previous experience operating wheeled 360 excavators on civils projects.
• Full UK driving licence preferred if machine is road registered.

Responsibilities

• Operating a wheeled 360 excavator to carry out general groundworks.
• Trenching, lifting, grading, and muck-away.
• Working around live services and utilities.
• Supporting site movements where required.

Skills

Operating a wheeled 360 excavator

Health & safety awareness

CPCS or NPORS card

CSCS certification

UK driving licence

Job description

Excavator Driver

Department: Construction (Trades & Labour)

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Edinburgh Area

Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Wheeled 360 Excavator Operator to work on a live civils/infrastructure project in Edinburgh

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a wheeled 360 excavator to carry out general groundworks


• Trenching, lifting, grading, and muck-away


• Working around live services and utilities


• Supporting with site movements where required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Valid CPCS or NPORS card with Wheeled 360 Excavator endorsement


• CSCS (if required for site)


• Previous experience operating wheeled 360s on civils projects


• Full UK driving licence (preferred if machine is road registered)


• Strong awareness of health & safety

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates and weekly payments


• Ongoing work with a well-established contractor


• Friendly, professional team and safe working environment