Utilities Digger Operator — Safe Excavation Specialist

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Belfast City District

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday
company pension
ongoing training

Job summary

Morrow Contracts is recruiting an experienced utilities digger operator for our NIE contract in the Greater Belfast and Co. Down areas. You will perform digging works on public highways, building sites, and private land using mechanical and hand-digging methods.

Core hours are 07:00am–16:30pm, Monday to Friday with overtime possible evenings/weekends. Benefits include 28 days holiday, company pension, and ongoing training. Salary is negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in excavation works within utilities is required.
  • Full UK driving licence with towing (C1E or BE)
  • Valid CSR Card (assistance with expired cards available)
  • Streetworks accreditation (preferred but not essential)
  • Valid 360 excavator qualification

Responsibilities

  • Ensure works are safe and in line with industry best practice.
  • Perform risk assessments and maintain high health and safety standards.
  • Set up and dismantle sites (Chapter 8 compliance).
  • Engage constructively with customers and minimise site disruption.
  • Read utility plans and drawings and understand work instructions.

Skills

Risk Assessments
Backhoe operation
JCB Operation

Job description

Morrow Contracts is recruiting an experienced utilities digger operator for our NIE contract in the Greater Belfast and Co. Down areas. You will perform digging works on public highways, building sites, and private land using mechanical and hand-digging methods.

Core hours are 07:00am–16:30pm, Monday to Friday with overtime possible evenings/weekends. Benefits include 28 days holiday, company pension, and ongoing training. Salary is negotiable based on experience.

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