Machine Excavator Driver

Tower Group; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Group is seeking an experienced Machine Excavator Driver (up to 14T) for site-based work in Essex. The role requires proven experience in groundworks and a safety-first attitude. You will operate excavators to support various projects while ensuring high productivity and safety standards.

Ideal candidates must hold CPCS or NPORS tickets and have good communication skills. This position offers a long-term opportunity within a growing company.

Qualifications

• Must possess relevant CPCS or NPORS excavator tickets for excavators up to 14T.
• Proven experience in groundworks and site-based excavation operations.
• Must have a strong safety-first attitude and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators up to 14 tonnes for groundworks and enabling works.
• Support light demolition where necessary.
• Work closely with site teams to maintain productivity and safety.

Skills

Relevant CPCS or NPORS excavator tickets (up to 14T)

Proven experience in groundworks and site‑based excavation works

Strong safety‑first attitude

Good site communication

Reliability and teamwork ability

Job description

Location: Essex (site-based)
Job Type: Full-time / Long-term work available
Date posted: 2 January 2026

Tower Construction is looking to recruit an experienced Machine Excavator Driver (up to 14T) to support upcoming works across Essex.

Founded in 2015, Tower Group delivers construction, refurbishment, and remediation projects across a variety of sectors including MOD, rail, public sector, major loss insurance, and other regulated environments. We typically deliver projects ranging from £50k to £3m, with a strong forward order book into 2026 and beyond.

The Role

This is a hands‑on position operating excavators up to 14 tonnes, supporting groundworks, enabling works, and light demolition where required. You will work closely with site teams to maintain productivity while operating safely and professionally.

What We’re Looking For

• Relevant CPCS or NPORS excavator tickets (up to 14T)
• Proven experience in groundworks and site‑based excavation works
• A strong safety‑first attitude and good site communication
• Reliability and ability to work as part of a team
• Essex‑based (or within a reasonable commuting distance of our projects)

Interested?

If you would like further information about this role, please contact us:

Phone: [phone]

Due to continued growth and long‑term workload secured, we are looking to recruit an experienced Machine Excavator Driver (up to 14T) to join our team.

Get in touch for more information or to arrange a quote.

The Barn, Trenders Avenue, Rayleigh, Essex, England, SS6 9RG