Job Title: 360 Excavator Operative with National Grid Persons
Location: Cornwall
Project: Substation Civils
Contract Type: Contract - CIS
Contract Length: 6 months
Hours: 46.5 per week
Our client is looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operative to support to the groundworks team ensuring safe excavation and compliance with National Grid safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate a 360° excavator safely and efficiently on or adjacent to live National Grid infrastructure
Excavate trenches, create bell holes, backfill, and assist with general groundwork tasks
Utilize HSG47-approved practices to work around high-voltage buried services and HV cable routes
Conduct routine machine inspections, log defects, maintain fuel/grease records
Cooperate with site supervisors, groundworkers and safety teams
Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and environmental guidelines on site
Essential Qualifications & Certifications:
Valid CPCS or NPORS 360° Excavator Operator Card (preferably Blue with CSCS)
National Grid Persons
Proven experience operating 360 excavators on utility or civils projects (preferably within National Grid works)
Ability to read and act on utility plans, site layout drawings, and marker tapes
Full UK driving licence
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