Excavator Operator

Coinford Holdings Ltd; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that specializes in groundwork and concrete frames, where skilled professionals shape the future of construction. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, driving excellence in construction practices. You'll be responsible for essential groundwork tasks, ensuring safety and compliance while collaborating with a dedicated team. The company values high standards and offers competitive rates along with opportunities for further training and additional contracts. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Fair and competitive rates

Opportunities for additional contracts

Access to further training

Qualifications

• Experience in groundwork and concrete frames is essential.
• Must hold CPCS/NPORS tickets relevant to the role.
• Knowledge of GPS machine control is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out groundwork tasks with precision and care.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and dig permits.
• Maintain equipment and communicate needs to site management.

Skills

Digging strip foundations

Understanding of finished works

Lifting and working with trench boxes

Reading levels and drawings

Service avoidance techniques

Daily pre-start plant safety inspections

Basic maintenance of machines

Time management

GPS machine control knowledge

Working well with other trades

Education

CPCS/NPORS Excavator +/- 10t Tracked

CPCS Lifting Ops/NPORS Excavator as Crane

Safety Critical Medical (Site Specific)

Tools

Telehandlers

Dumpers

Rollers

Job description

Build your career and be a part of a great team

Join Coinford, specialists in groundwork and concrete frames! We’re seeking skilled professionals to drive excellence in construction. Be part of a dynamic team shaping the industry’s future. Apply now!

• Able to dig strip foundations
• An excellent eye for finished works. For example, top soil, levelling muck, type 1, crush and road formation
• Capable of lifting and working with trench boxes, manhole boxes, drag boxes, and trench sheets
• Able to read and understand levels and drawings
• Acknowledge the need for dig permits before breaking ground
• Experienced working around live services, and in service avoidance techniques
• Able to competently carry out daily pre-start plant safety inspections and maintenance checks, and communicate service requirements in good time to the site management team
• Able to carry out essential greasing, basic maintenance and always keep machines clean and tidy
• Must be driven to show respect for plant and maintain to a high standard
• Proactive and able to manage time effectively
• Any experience with or knowledge of GPS machine control would be advantageous
• Additional CPCS/NPORS* tickets and experienced in operating any of the following; Telehandlers, Dumpers, Rollers
• Reliable & punctual
• Able to work well with other trades and operatives on site and support the programme delivery on time
• Right to work in the UK

Cards & Qualifications Required:

• CPCS/NPORS* Excavator +/- 10t Tracked
• CPCS Lifting Ops/NPORS* Excavator as Crane
• Safety Critical Medical (Site Specific)

Additional/Desirable Cards & Qualifications:

• CPCS/NPORS* Forward Tipping Dumper
• CPCS/NPORS* Ride on Roller/Road Roller
• CPCS/NPORS* Attachments; Quick Hitch

* Please note that to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards affiliated with CSCS and carrying the CSCS hologram. We no longer accept traditional NPORS cards. If you would like further details on how to transfer your card from the traditional scheme to the CSCS scheme, please click here .

We do have high standards for the work carried out on our sites, and in exchange, we offer:

• A commitment to fair and competitive rates
• Opportunities for additional contracts on prospective projects
• Access to further training, as required by specific site needs