360 excavator operator (Utilities)
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Position Overview & Specifications
360 Excavator wanted in the Hoddesdon area, working for national civil utilities & ground working contractor. The job is to install LV, HV and EHV underground power distribution and transmission cables. Working as part of a 3-person gang, duties will include digging around services, digging trenches, breaking out, muck away and back filling operating various size machines (1.5t 360 excavator to 13t 360 excavator). Other duties will include working at ground level assisting with general tasks (fencing off work area, helping to pull cables, unskilled tasks). CPCS or NPORS accreditation and previous experience needed. Any utilities tickets / accreditations would be an advantage (Streetworks NRSWA or EUSR).
Immediate starts available.
Rate of pay: £21.00 per hour.
Duration 4 weeks.
Working hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 to 17.00 hours
Contact Dean Newbery 01242240240
Job Ref: DD2302-360-operator-hoddesdon
Job Type: Temporary contract
Contract length: 4 weeks
Salary: £21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Excavator: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- CPCS or NPORS (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: DD2302-360-operator-hoddesdon
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
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Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for 360 excavator operator (Utilities) roles across Digger Driver Recruitment's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21 - £21 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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