Piling Rig Operators

Piling Recruitment Group Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE and CIS payment options

Training and upskilling (CPCS/NPORS)

Long-term assignments

Job summary

PRG (The Piling Recruitment Group) is seeking experienced Piling Rig Operators to work with clients on major construction projects across the UK. The role is agency-based, offering flexible, varied assignments while providing long-term opportunities.

Responsibilities include operating rigs, performing safety checks, coordinating with site teams, and maintaining rigs. CPCS tickets and a strong safety mindset are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience as a piling rig operator.
• Valid CPCS A45/A46/A47/A48 tickets.
• Solid understanding of piling operations and rig maintenance.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate piling rigs safely and efficiently on site.
• Carry out daily checks and basic maintenance of rig equipment.
• Coordinate with site teams to ensure accurate piling operations.
• Handle rig setup, movement and site preparation.
• Maintain high health and safety standards and RAMS.
• Report issues, damage or maintenance needs promptly.

Skills

Piling Rig Operator Experience

Health & Safety Awareness

Willingness to Travel

Site Coordination

Tools

CPCS A45

CPCS A46

CPCS A47

CPCS A48

Job description

PRG (The Piling Recruitment Group) are specialist recruiters dedicated exclusively to the piling and civil engineering sectors backed by over 20 years of industry experience. We supply skilled piling professionals to leading contractors across the UK, offering flexibility and consistent work opportunities.

About the Role:

We are looking for experienced Piling Rig Operators to work with our clients on a variety of major construction and infrastructure projects across the UK. As this role is via PRG on an agency basis, it offers flexibility to operatives who may want varied assignments while still benefiting from long-term opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Operating piling rigs safely and efficiently on site

• Carrying out daily checks and basic maintenance of rig equipment

• Coordinating with site teams to ensure accurate and safe piling operations

• Handling rig set-up, movement, and site preparation

• Maintaining high standards of health & safety and following site RAMS

• Reporting issues, damage, or maintenance requirements promptly

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Piling Rig Operator

• Valid CPCS A45, A46, A47, or A48 piling rig tickets

• Good understanding of piling operations and rig maintenance

• Strong health & safety awareness

• Flexibility to travel and work on different client sites (fixed-rate expenses paid)

What s in it for you?

• Competitive pay rates

• PAYE and CIS payment options available

• Flexibility through agency work with a variety of clients across the UK

• Training and upskilling opportunities (CPCS/NPORS categories, safety tickets)

• Opportunities for long-term, ongoing assignments