heavy machine operator ( excavator operator )

WALSH PLANT & GROUNDWORKS LIMITED; Ballinascarty; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Walsh Plant & Groundworks Limited, based in Crohane, Ballinascarthy, Co. Cork, is seeking two Excavator Operators to join the team.

You will operate a range of excavators, perform trenching, grading, drainage and foundation works, and contribute to safe, efficient project delivery. The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience, strong machine control and safe operating practices, reliability, and the ability to work independently or with a team to achieve high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating both small and large excavators.
• Excellent machine control and safe operating practices.
• Reliable, hardworking, and delivers quality work.
• Can work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of excavators.
• Carry out excavation, trenching, grading, levelling, drainage, and foundation works.
• Carry out daily machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Work safely in accordance with company procedures and health and safety legislation.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and ground workers to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Skills

Excavator operation

Machine control

Safety awareness

Reliability

Teamwork

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Application Details

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Job Description

Walsh Plant & Groundworks Limited at Crohane, Ballinascarthy, Co.Cork is looking for 2 heavy machine operator.

The successful candidates will be required to drive and control an excavator.

The Role

As an Excavator Operator, you will play a key role in supporting our construction projects by operating both small and large excavator units safely and efficiently. You will help deliver projects to the highest standards while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a range of excavators.
• Carry out excavation, trenching, grading, levelling, drainage, and foundation works.
• Carry out daily machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Work safely in accordance with company procedures and health and safety legislation.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and ground workers to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating both small and large excavators.
• Demonstrates excellent machine control and safe operating practices.
• Is reliable, hardworking, and takes pride in delivering quality work.
• Can work independently while also contributing positively within a team.

Annual Remuneration

€36,606.00

Pay rate

€ 18.05 per hour

Number of hours work each week

39

Work Location

Crohane, Ballinascarthy, co.cork

Sector

• construction

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]