Excavator Operator

Select Plant Hire; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Plant Hire is seeking a skilled excavator operator for various UK project locations. You will handle digging, trenching, lifting and loading tasks with 360 and/or 180 excavators.

Responsibilities include pre-start checks, routine inspections and maintaining safe, clean work areas. You will also complete timesheets and liaise with supervisors, with regional and national travel as required.

Qualifications

• Proven excavation experience in construction or civil environments.
• Valid CPCS or NPORS card for excavator category.
• CSCS card where required.

Responsibilities

• Operate 360 and/or 180 excavators to perform digging, trenching, grading, lifting and loading tasks.
• Conduct pre-start checks, inspections and basic maintenance to ensure safe operation.
• Complete daily timesheets and operational records.

Skills

Excavator operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Independent worker

Education

CPCS/NPORS certification

CSCS card

UK driving licence

Job description

Location

Various UK Project Locations

Duties

• Operate 360 and/or 180 excavators (wheeled or tracked) to carry out digging, trenching, grading, lifting and loading tasks.
• Conduct pre-start checks, routine inspections and basic maintenance to ensure the machine is safe and serviceable.
• Operate plant machinery safely in line with training and OEM guidelines.
• Complete daily walk-around checks and inspections in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
• Ensure plant remains in good condition and free from damage.
• Accurately complete timesheets and operational records.
• Liaise with Supervisors and Management regarding work requirements.
• Maintain safe, clean and organised working areas.
• Attend inductions, toolbox talks and required training courses.
• Promote health, safety and environmental standards at all times.

Experience/Skills Required

• Proven experience operating excavators within construction or civil engineering environments.
• Valid CPCS or NPORS certification for relevant excavator category.
• Good understanding of safe digging practices and underground service avoidance.
• Knowledge of lifting operations, exclusion zones and safe operating limits.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

• Valid CPCS/NPORS Card.
• CSCS Card (where required).
• Full UK Driving Licence desirable.
• Lifting Operations experience desirable.Willingness to travel regionally and nationally as required.

About Us

Select Plant Hire is one of the UK's largest and most successful equipment and service providers, supporting Laing O'Rourke projects and external customers across the construction industry.

As part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, we provide industry-leading plant, equipment and logistics solutions while maintaining the highest standards of safety, innovation and performance.

If you believe you have the skills and experience necessary,