Randstad Construction & Property
Blyth, Northumberland
360 Excavator Operator: Major Infrastructure Project (Blyth) Location: Blyth, Northumberland Rate: £23.00 per hour (CIS) Start Date: Immediate Duration: Ongoing (Long-term project pipeline) The Opportunity: We are looking for a precision-focused 360 Excavator Operator (Above 10t) to join a high-profile infrastructure project in Blyth . This is a long-term role on a flagship site, supporting the primary civils and groundworks packages. The successful operator will be working alongside our established groundworks gangs, focusing on high-intensity drainage and structural earthworks. Key Responsibilities: Deep Drainage (S104): Precision excavation for large-bore sewers, working in tandem with pipe-layers and managing various trench support systems/trench boxes. Structural Earthworks: Digging out and grading for reinforced concrete pads, industrial floor slabs, and heavy-duty bolt boxes. Highways Prep: Executing S278/S38 road box construction, radius kerbing prep, and sub-base grading to strict tolerances. Lifting Operations: Safely executing lifts for drainage components, rebar cages, and site materials. Service Safety: Strict adherence to "Permit to Dig" protocols and working safely near live utility corridors. Requirements: CPCS or NPORS (Blue Card): 360 Excavator Above 10t with Lifting Operations endorsement. Essential: Valid Safety Critical Medical (Non-negotiable for this site). Experience: Proven track record on major civils, highways, or industrial infrastructure schemes. Technical Skill: Experience with GPS (Topcon/Trimble) is highly advantageous but not essential. Reliability: Must be able to commit to the long-term duration and provide recent, relevant references. Why Apply? Top Regional Rate: £23.00 per hour (CIS). Stability: Ongoing, multi-phase work on a flagship Northumberland project. Local Work: Avoid the Newcastle commute; work on one of the region's largest schemes in Blyth. TO APPLY: Submit your CV using the link or email: for more details! 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. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
May 08, 2026
Seasonal
360 Excavator Operator: Major Infrastructure Project (Blyth) Location: Blyth, Northumberland Rate: £23.00 per hour (CIS) Start Date: Immediate Duration: Ongoing (Long-term project pipeline) The Opportunity: We are looking for a precision-focused 360 Excavator Operator (Above 10t) to join a high-profile infrastructure project in Blyth . This is a long-term role on a flagship site, supporting the primary civils and groundworks packages. The successful operator will be working alongside our established groundworks gangs, focusing on high-intensity drainage and structural earthworks. Key Responsibilities: Deep Drainage (S104): Precision excavation for large-bore sewers, working in tandem with pipe-layers and managing various trench support systems/trench boxes. Structural Earthworks: Digging out and grading for reinforced concrete pads, industrial floor slabs, and heavy-duty bolt boxes. Highways Prep: Executing S278/S38 road box construction, radius kerbing prep, and sub-base grading to strict tolerances. Lifting Operations: Safely executing lifts for drainage components, rebar cages, and site materials. Service Safety: Strict adherence to "Permit to Dig" protocols and working safely near live utility corridors. Requirements: CPCS or NPORS (Blue Card): 360 Excavator Above 10t with Lifting Operations endorsement. Essential: Valid Safety Critical Medical (Non-negotiable for this site). Experience: Proven track record on major civils, highways, or industrial infrastructure schemes. Technical Skill: Experience with GPS (Topcon/Trimble) is highly advantageous but not essential. Reliability: Must be able to commit to the long-term duration and provide recent, relevant references. Why Apply? Top Regional Rate: £23.00 per hour (CIS). Stability: Ongoing, multi-phase work on a flagship Northumberland project. Local Work: Avoid the Newcastle commute; work on one of the region's largest schemes in Blyth. TO APPLY: Submit your CV using the link or email: for more details! 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. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
360 Excavator Operator (20-30T) - Drainage Works We are recruiting experienced 360 Excavator Operators to support upcoming drainage works on two major infrastructure schemes. Works are due to commence from w/c 8 June 2026 , with additional gangs mobilising through late July 2026. Role Overview You will be working as part of an experienced drainage gang delivering carrier and filter drainage on large-scale highways projects. The role requires strong machine control, a good understanding of drainage works, and close coordination with pipelayers and supervisors. Typical Gang Structure 1 x Grey Hat Supervisor (FLS / Foreman) 1 x Experienced Pipelayer (Confined Spaces trained) 2 x Excavator Operators (20-30T tracked machines - your role) 1 x General Operative Scope of Works Excavation and backfill for drainage installations Majority of works less than 2.0m depth Some carrier drainage works up to 3.0m depth Working in live highways / infrastructure environments Close working alongside pipelayers to achieve levels and tolerances Requirements Proven experience operating 20-30T tracked excavators Strong background in drainage or civils works Competent digging to tight tolerances around services Valid CPCS or NPORS card (with CSCS logo) Good awareness of health & safety in deep excavations Ability to work effectively as part of a drainage gang Locations: Based in Ipswich - accommodation will be provided for those not living locally
Apr 30, 2026
Contractor
360 Excavator Operator (20-30T) - Drainage Works We are recruiting experienced 360 Excavator Operators to support upcoming drainage works on two major infrastructure schemes. Works are due to commence from w/c 8 June 2026 , with additional gangs mobilising through late July 2026. Role Overview You will be working as part of an experienced drainage gang delivering carrier and filter drainage on large-scale highways projects. The role requires strong machine control, a good understanding of drainage works, and close coordination with pipelayers and supervisors. Typical Gang Structure 1 x Grey Hat Supervisor (FLS / Foreman) 1 x Experienced Pipelayer (Confined Spaces trained) 2 x Excavator Operators (20-30T tracked machines - your role) 1 x General Operative Scope of Works Excavation and backfill for drainage installations Majority of works less than 2.0m depth Some carrier drainage works up to 3.0m depth Working in live highways / infrastructure environments Close working alongside pipelayers to achieve levels and tolerances Requirements Proven experience operating 20-30T tracked excavators Strong background in drainage or civils works Competent digging to tight tolerances around services Valid CPCS or NPORS card (with CSCS logo) Good awareness of health & safety in deep excavations Ability to work effectively as part of a drainage gang Locations: Based in Ipswich - accommodation will be provided for those not living locally
