MACHINE DRIVER – GROUNDWORKS & DRAINAGE ROLE OVERVIEW We are looking for an experienced Machine Driver to join our groundwork and drainage teams on major infrastructure and civil engineering projects. The role involves operating a range of excavators above and below 10T across live service environments, crane bases, deep drainage, and traditional groundwork operations while maintaining the highest standards of safety, productivity, and plant care. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Operating 360 excavators above and below 10T for groundwork, drainage, and infrastructure activities Carrying out excavation works for deep drainage, foundations, crane bases, utilities, roads, ducting, and associated groundwork packages Working safely around live services including electric, gas, water, telecoms, and existing infrastructure using safe digging practices and service avoidance techniques Operating machines in restricted and high-risk environments while following permit-to-dig systems and site safety procedures Carrying out lifting operations using excavators as cranes in line with lifting plans and site requirements Lifting and positioning pipes, manholes, trench boxes, trench sheets, concrete units, ducting, and associated materials safely Supporting drainage gangs, groundwork teams, and supervisors to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently Excavating, grading, trimming, backfilling, and maintaining levels to drawings, laser levels, and site specifications Carrying out works associated with traditional groundworks including foundations, oversites, slabs, kerbing, roads, and external works Maintaining safe working areas around excavations and plant operations Conducting daily pre-start inspections, safety checks, and basic machine maintenance Ensuring all plant is kept clean, fuelled, greased, and in good working condition REQUIREMENTS CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) 360 Excavator Above & Below 10T CPCS / NPORS Excavator as Crane / Lifting Operations Proven experience operating excavators on drainage, groundwork, and infrastructure projects Experience working around live services and within permit-controlled excavation environments Strong understanding of safe lifting operations and excavation safety Safety Critical Medical (site specific) Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within site teams Reliable, punctual, and safety conscious Right to work in the UK DESIRABLE Experience on crane base construction and heavy civil engineering projects GPS machine control experience CPCS / NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper CPCS / NPORS Ride-On Roller CPCS / NPORS Telehandler CPCS / NPORS Quick Hitch Attachment EUSR / Cat & Genny / Confined Spaces qualifications 5 years’ groundwork and drainage experience Please note: to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards that are CSCS-affiliated and carry the CSCS hologram. If you do not currently meet this requirement, please still get in touch — we are happy to guide you through the transfer process. WHAT WE OFFER Fair and competitive rates with weekly pay Ongoing long-term work on major groundwork and infrastructure projects Opportunities for progression into skilled and supervisory roles Access to additional training and tickets where required by site HOW TO APPLY Send your CV and tickets to recruitment@coinford.co.uk or call 01342 840084 quoting: “Machine Driver – Woolwich” To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Coinford Recruitment on, quoting Ref No. 828.