Machine Operative

Octavius Infrastructure; Chichester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life Assurance

25 days annual leave (plus your生日 off)

Enhanced Paternity & Maternity

Job summary

Octavius Infrastructure is recruiting a Machine Operative / Excavator Operator for the A29 Barnham Road Roundabout scheme in West Sussex. You will operate an excavator, perform daily checks, and support drainage and civil works on a busy site with our regional civil engineering team.

You should hold a CPCS or NPORS/CSCS excavation qualification, a valid UK driving licence, and a commitment to safety. The role offers a competitive package, pension, life cover and generous holiday.

Qualifications

• Experienced excavator operator with a strong safety record.
• Ability to work as part of a busy civil engineering site delivery team.
• Commitment to daily checks and safe operation of plant.

Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator safely and efficiently on site as part of the delivery team.
• Complete daily checks and assist with drainage and civils works on the scheme.

Skills

Experienced excavator operator

Safety-conscious

Team player

Reliable

Education

CPCS/NPORS/CSCS qualification for excavator

Plant Operations NVQ Level 2

Tools

Excavator machinery

Job description

Machine Operative / Excavator Operator | Barnham

We are recruiting for a Machine Operative / Excavator Operator to join us here at Octavius.

You'll join our Regional Civil Engineering team working on our A29 Barnham Road Roundabout scheme in West Sussex, delivering highways and associated civil engineering works for West Sussex County Council.

• You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

Operating an excavator safely and efficiently as part of our site delivery team, supporting drainage and wider civils works.

You'll take pride in your machine, complete daily checks and help us deliver the job safely, efficiently and right first time.

• You'll work with… (because relationships are important)

Our Gangers, Engineers, Site Managers and wider delivery team.

We're a close-knit team where everyone looks out for one another, takes ownership and plays their part in delivering a great job.

• You'll receive…. (because we value you)

We offer a competitive rewards package including Pension, Life Assurance, 25 days Annual Leave (plus your birthday off), enhanced Paternity & Maternity benefits and the opportunity to develop personally and professionally.

We invest in our people, giving you opportunities to broaden your skills, gain experience and build a long-term career with Octavius.

• About you…. (what you are skilled at)

You're an experienced Excavator Operator who takes pride in doing a good job. You're reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable working as part of a busy civil engineering site team.

• You'll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications)
• Relevant CPCS or NPORS/CSCS qualification for operating an excavator
• Relevant CPCS/NPORS lifting category
• Experience operating excavators within construction or civil engineering
• Good understanding of safe plant operation and daily checks
• Full UK driving licence
• HE Passport and Manual Handling
• A positive attitude and strong commitment to safety

Plant Operations NVQ Level 2, Slinger, CAT & Genny/underground services or First Aid qualifications would also be advantageous.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.