Key Operational Responsibilities
* Supervise all loading and unloading of your vehicle, ensuring safe working practices at all times.
* Secure all loads before journeys, ensuring weight limits are not exceeded.
* Inspect uplifted material for damage and compliance with order requirements.
* Excavate and backfill tracks in accordance with client specifications.
* Take all necessary precautions to avoid damage to above and underground utilities.
* Operate plant safely and legally at all times, adhering to national speed limits. Cease operations immediately if plant becomes unsafe.
* Direct workers and members of the public as required while operating.
* Carry out routine maintenance and inspection of plant.
* Assist other team members as directed by the foreman-ganger or contracts manager.
* Ensure the vehicle is made available for servicing when recalled by the plant manager.
* Report immediately any defects in vehicles, small plant, tools, or equipment (including expired calibration/PAT dates).
* Complete all necessary job-related documentation in a timely manner.
* Attend team briefs as required.
Essential
Qualifications & Experience
* Valid CPCS/NPORS Dumper Driver qualification.
* Demonstrable experience operating dumpers in a construction/site environment.
* Strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental standards.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Desirable
* CSCS Card.
* Experience in excavation and reinstatement works.
* Knowledge of underground utility avoidance.