Plant Operator

J Murphy & Sons Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

J Murphy & Sons Limited is seeking a Plant Operator in Enfield to join our site operations. You will perform groundwork activities in line with project specs and deadlines, supporting project managers and engineers to deliver on time.

The role requires CSCS, drainage and piping experience, and a valid UK driving licence. You will work full-time on permanent contracts with travel as needed to sites across the UK.

Qualifications

• CSCS holder required.
• Deep drainage experience to 6 metres.
• Experience in pipelaying.
• Confined space (City and Guild).
• EUSR
• CAT 3/4/5 desirable.
• Proven groundwork experience on utility projects.
• In-depth knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to travel and stay away from home.
• UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out groundwork activities in alignment with project specifications and deadlines.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other team members to achieve project objectives.

Skills

CSCS

Groundwork experience

Pipelaying

Safety protocols

Communication

Teamwork

Travel flexibility

Driving licence (UK)

EUSR

Tools

CAT 3/4/5

Job description

Plant Operator

CAPTION:

• Company: J Murphy & Sons
• Salary: £18-20 per annum
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Enfield, EN1 4JJ
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 9 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 7 Oct 2026

Summary

Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world‑class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; energy and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses - Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs around 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as 'One Murphy'.

- directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. Visit www.murphygroup.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X: #MoretoMurphy

What your day will include:

• Carry out groundwork activities in alignment with project specifications and deadlines.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other team members to achieve project objectives.

What we need from you:

• CSCS
• Deep Drainage experience - 6 meters deep
• Pipelaying
• Confined space - City and Guild
• EUSR
• CAT 3 /4 /5 - Desirable
• Proven experience in groundwork with a focus on Utility projects
• In-depth knowledge of safety protocols and regulations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to travel and stay away from home.
• UK driving licence.