Tractor Driver

Randstad Construction & Property; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a skilled Tractor Driver for a long-term energy infrastructure project on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. The ideal candidate will have experience operating heavy-duty tractors, especially in rough terrains, and hold valid CPCS or NPORS and CSCS certifications. This role features an 11-day on, 3-day off rotation and entails various responsibilities including material transport and site support. Accommodation is provided, and a commitment to safety is essential.

Benefits

Accommodation Paid

Qualifications

• Proven experience in rough terrain or hillside environments.
• Must commit to an 11-on, 3-off rotation starting in February.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors with towed attachments for material transport.
• Assist with ground preparation and muck-away tasks.
• Drive heavy vehicles over mountainous terrain.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Proven experience operating heavy-duty agricultural or site tractors

Ability to navigate rough terrain

Site safety adherence

Education

Valid CPCS or NPORS ticket for Tractor operation

Valid CSCS Card

Job description

Tractor Driver Required: Major Energy Infrastructure (Isle of Skye)

Location: Isle of Skye, Scotland (Accommodation Paid)

Rate: 21.22 per hour (CIS)

Rota: 11 days on, 3 days off

Start Date: February 2026

Duration: Long-Term Ongoing Contract (Expected 2-3 Years)

We are recruiting skilled and versatile Tractor Drivers to support civil engineering works on a crucial long-term energy infrastructure project on the Isle of Skye. Your primary function will be material management and light haulage across the vast site, ensuring concrete pads and transmission tower bases are adequately supplied.

This role requires a dedicated operator who is highly competent navigating rough, uneven ground and working closely with groundworks teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Haulage & Logistics: Operating tractors with various towed attachments (trailers, bowsers, etc.) to transport materials, tools, and potentially personnel across site tracks and access roads.

• Site Support: Assisting with ground preparation, muck‑away, and general site logistics as directed by the Site Manager/Foreman.

• Rough Terrain Operation: Demonstrating expert skill in driving heavy vehicles over mountainous and challenging, undulating terrain.

• Compliance: Performing routine maintenance checks and adhering strictly to all site safety regulations.

Requirements

• Valid CPCS or NPORS ticket for relevant plant operation (Tractor/Telehandler tickets highly beneficial).

• Valid CSCS Card (required).

• Essential: Proven experience operating heavy‑duty agricultural or site tractors, especially in rough terrain or hillside environments.

• Must be able to commit to the structured 11‑on, 3‑off rotation starting in February.

To Apply

If you are a dependable, rough‑terrain proficient Tractor Driver seeking a secure, highly‑paid role on a major infrastructure project, please send your CV and copies of your tickets to [contact information].

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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