GPS Excavator Operator

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Long-term ongoing work

HS2 project exposure

Career-enhancing experience

Job summary

Danny Sullivan Group is recruiting experienced GPS Excavator Operators to support bulk earthworks on the HS2 project in the Aylesbury area. This long-term opportunity requires strong GPS excavator experience and the ability to work across large-scale earthworks with Leica/Trimble/Topcon systems.

You will operate GPS machine-controlled excavators, perform trenching, grading and material movements, and work with site teams to meet design tolerances while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Excavator ticket.
• Proven GPS machine-control experience is essential.
• Strong experience with Leica/Trimble/Topcon GPS systems.
• Experience operating excavators on major earthworks or civils projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators safely across large-scale earthworks and civils operations.
• Use GPS machine-control systems to meet required levels, lines and tolerances.
• Carry out excavation, digging, loading, grading and material movement tasks.
• Perform bulk earthworks, drainage, ground preparation and grade control.

Skills

GPS machine-control

CPCS/NPORS Excavator

GPS data interpretation

Teamwork on site

Tools

Leica

Trimble

Topcon

Job description

Excavator Operator - GPS / Bulk Earthworks - £27 PHR (CIS/UTR) | Long-Term HS2 Opportunity (Aylesbury Area)

Danny Sullivan Group is recruiting experienced GPS Excavator Operators to support major bulk earthworks operations on the HS2 high-speed rail project in the Aylesbury area.

This is a long-term opportunity for skilled operators with strong GPS excavator experience, working on large-scale excavation, bulk earthworks, drainage, material movements, ground preparation, and civils operations on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects.

Your Role as an Excavator Operator

• Operate excavators safely and efficiently across large-scale earthworks and civils operations
• Operate GPS machine-controlled excavators to achieve required levels, lines, and tolerances
• Carry out excavation, digging, loading, grading, and material movement activities
• Carry out bulk earthworks, drainage, ground preparation, and excavation works
• Use GPS systems to accurately excavate and trim to design
• Work with Leica, Trimble, Topcon or similar GPS machine-control systems
• Carry out trimming, profiling, grading, and ground preparation activities to specification
• Work alongside earthworks supervisors, engineers, surveyors, and other plant operators
• Follow site drawings, specifications, RAMS, and daily work instructions
• Carry out pre-start checks and report any defects or issues with the machine
• Maintain a high standard of health, safety, and environmental compliance at all times
• Work as part of a wider earthworks and civils team to maintain productivity and programme
• Follow all HS2 and site-specific safety procedures and requirements

What We're Looking For as an Excavator Operator

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Excavator ticket
• Proven GPS machine-control experience is essential
• Strong experience using Leica, Trimble, Topcon or similar GPS systems
• Proven experience operating excavators on major earthworks or civil engineering projects
• Strong experience in excavation, bulk earthworks, drainage, grading, and material placement
• Ability to work accurately to GPS models, levels, lines, and tolerances
• Experience working on major infrastructure projects preferred
• Good understanding of construction site health and safety requirements
• Able to work effectively as part of a large site team
• Reliable, punctual, and available for long-term work
• Safety Critical Medical (or willingness to undertake)
• Right to work in the UK

What You'll Get as an Excavator Operator

• £27 per hour (CIS/UTR)
• Weekly pay
• Long-term ongoing work
• Opportunity to work on the HS2 project
• Career-enhancing experience on one of Europe's largest infrastructure schemes

Why Apply?

Join the HS2 project and play an important role in delivering major excavation and earthworks operations that form the foundation of the UK's future high-speed rail network.

This is a long-term opportunity for experienced GPS Excavator Operators who are confident using Leica, Trimble, Topcon or similar machine-control systems and are looking to secure consistent work on a major infrastructure project in the Aylesbury area.

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Danny Sullivan Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, accessible and inclusive for all.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, accessible and inclusive for all.