360 Operator

We are looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operator to join an Internal & External Drainage Gang working on major groundwork and infrastructure projects in Hailsham. The role involves operating 14T tracked excavators on foul storm and surface water drainage installations while maintaining high standards of safety accuracy and plant care.

• Operating 14T 360 tracked excavators for internal and external drainage works
• Excavating trenches for foul water storm water attenuation and service drainage installations
• Working closely with the Pipelayer and Topman to ensure safe and efficient pipe installation
• Trimming stone backfilling and maintaining correct trench levels and gradients to drawings and laser levels
• Installing and lifting drainage materials including pipes manholes chambers trench boxes and trench sheets
• Carrying out drainage works safely in accordance with permit-to-dig systems before breaking ground
• Experienced working around live services and using safe service avoidance techniques
• Supporting all aspects of internal and external drainage operations across residential and commercial groundwork projects
• Carrying out daily pre-start inspections safety checks and basic machine maintenance
• Ensuring machines are kept clean fuelled greased and maintained to a high standard

• CPCS / NPORS (CSCS-affiliated) 360 Excavator Above & Below 10T Tracked
• CPCS / NPORS Excavator as Crane / Lifting Ops
• Experience operating 14T machines on drainage and deep excavation works
• Good understanding of internal and external drainage systems and groundwork operations
• Safety Critical Medical (site specific)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a drainage gang
• Reliable punctual and safety conscious
• Right to work in the UK

• Deep drainage and sewer installation experience
• GPS machine control experience
• CPCS / NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper
• CPCS / NPORS Ride-On Roller
• CPCS / NPORS Telehandler
• CPCS / NPORS Quick Hitch Attachment
• Confined Spaces or EUSR tickets
• 5 years groundwork/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.

• Fair and competitive rates with weekly pay
• Ongoing long-term work on groundwork and drainage projects
• Opportunities for progression into skilled and supervisory roles
• Access to additional training and tickets where required by site

Send your CV and tickets to or call quoting:

Internal & External Drainage Gang 360 Operator Hailsham