Plant Operator

Murphy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time and a half after 39 hours

30 days holiday

Opportunities for advancement

Further training

Health and safety-focused work

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Murphy is seeking a skilled Heavy Plant Operator to join our UK-based team. You will operate heavy plant machinery on infrastructure projects, ensuring safe, efficient operations and adherence to project timelines.

Applicants should have a valid UK driving licence, experience with 360 tracked wheeled equipment, and a solid understanding of safety protocols. Travel and site stays may be required; we offer training and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy plant on infrastructure projects.
• Strong focus on safety protocols and best practices.
• Good communication and teamwork to coordinate with crew.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy plant machinery efficiently and safely.
• Collaborate with team to meet project timelines.
• Conduct routine inspections and report issues.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

360 Tracked Wheeled

Lifting ops

Job description

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including infrastructure, transportation, and energy.

What your day will include:

• Operate heavy plant machinery efficiently & safely.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure project timelines are met.
• Conduct routine inspections of your equipment and report any issues.

What we need from you:

• 360 Tracked Wheeled
• lifting ops
• Experience as a heavy plant operator in infrastructure projects
• Proficient operation of relevant heavy machinery and equipment.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols and best practice.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to travel and stay away from home.
• UK driving licence.

What we offer:

• Time and a half after 39hours
• 30 days holiday
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Further training given
• Health and safety-focused work environment
• Supportive team culture

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.8bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is #MoretoMurphy

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK