Heavy Excavator Operator

SkyBlue Solutions; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyBlue Solutions is recruiting a Heavy Excavator Operator with Lifting Ops for the HS2 project, stationed at Kingsbury (B76) and Coventry. The role offers £24.21 per hour with shifts from 07:30 to 18:00, starting February 2027.

You will operate excavators, utilise GPS for earthworks, and support live site operations while maintaining stringent health and safety standards. A Blue CPCS and Safety Critical Medical Certificate are required or can be supported.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators on major infrastructure or civils projects.
• Blue CPCS certification.
• Safety Critical Medical Certificate (we can support).
• Strong site health and safety procedures knowledge.
• Ability to work long shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavator with lifting operations and GPS on HS2 site.
• Carry out earthworks and material movement per site plans.
• Conduct daily plant checks and report defects.
• Support site operations in a live HS2 environment.
• Maintain high health and safety standards at all times.

Skills

GPS & Lifting Ops

Excavator operation

Health & safety

Long shifts

Tools

GPS equipment

Heavy machinery operation

Job description

Role: Heavy Excavator Operator with Lifting Ops

Location: Kingsbury B76 0EB and Coventry

Rate: £24.21 per hour

Hours: 07:30 - 18:00

Duration: February 2027

A leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is currently seeking an experienced

Heavy Excavator Operator with Lifting Ops to work on the

HS2 project.

Duties include:

• Experience in using GPS and Lifting Operations
• Carrying out earthworks and material movement in line with site plans
• Supporting site operations in a live HS2 environment
• Working closely with site management and ground teams
• Carrying out daily plant checks and reporting any defects
• Maintaining high health and safety standards at all times

Requirements:

• Blue CPCS
• Safety Critical Medical Certificate - We can support with this
• Proven experience operating Excavator on major infrastructure or civils projects
• Strong understanding of site health & safety procedures
• Ability to work long shifts in a fast-paced environment

SkyBlue Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

McGinley Support Services Infrastructure Ltd

McGinley Support Services Infrastructure Ltd

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