Civils Machine Driver 360 Excavator

Job description

Job Title: Civils Machine Driver 360 Excavator

Location: Holsworthy (covering sites across the South West)
Rate: £28.00 per hour
Hours: 45 hours per week
Job Type: Temporary / Contract
Start Date: Approximately 6 weeks from now
Duration: Ongoing moving across multiple projects throughout the South West

360 Excavator Operator Utilities / Civil Engineering Projects

We are currently recruiting for an experienced 360 Excavator Operator / Machine Driver to work on a major utilities and civil engineering project starting in Holsworthy, with work continuing across multiple infrastructure sites throughout the South West.

The role will involve operating a 360 excavator to support civil engineering and utility installation works including trenching, ducting, drainage, and groundwork operations.

This is ongoing temporary contract work, with operators moving between projects as work progresses across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a 360 excavator safely and efficiently on civil engineering and utilities sites

• Carry out excavation works including trenching, grading, and site preparation

• Support installation of utility services, ducting, drainage, and infrastructure

• Work closely with groundworkers and site supervisors

• Conduct daily machine checks and basic maintenance

• Ensure all operations comply with site safety procedures

• Follow site plans, drawings, and instructions from supervisors

Requirements

• Proven experience operating a 360 excavator on construction or utilities sites

• Experience supporting groundworks and infrastructure projects

• Strong understanding of site safety procedures

• Ability to work across multiple project sites

• Good teamwork and communication skills

Essential Qualifications

• CPCS or NPORS Card 360 Excavator

• EUSR Card (Essential)

• CSCS Card (preferred)

• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)

Project & Location Details

The role will initially start in Holsworthy, with work continuing across various infrastructure and utilities sites throughout the South West.

This position is temporary contract work tied to project delivery, offering ongoing opportunities across multiple utilities and civil engineering projects.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Abbots Bickington

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£28.00 Per Hour

Published at

02-04-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English