Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Machine Operative (Piling Equipment)
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Machine Operative (Piling Equipment)
Bristol
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Training + Progression + Bonus + Overtime + Stayaways + Paid Travel + Paid Stayaways
Are you a rig operative with experience in piling equipment looking for a permanent role within a specialist ground solutions company offering extensive overtime, a local Southwest patch and progression into Managerial roles?
This is an opportunity to join an established piling and groundworks expert that has seen continuous growth through building long-lasting relationships with big names such as Willmott Dixon, Vistry Group, and Morgan Sindall. This is a great opportunity to join a specialist permanently and grow with the business.
In this role you will be responsible for operating rigs to drive columns into the ground during construction projects ensuring the equipment is well maintained and materials moved are managed. You will be responsible for operating 50-tonne piling rigs, including drop hammer rigs, bore drilling rigs, and sheet piling rigs. You will also be managing a small team below you offering advice when needed.
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The Role:
- Operating 50-tonne piling equipment
- Site visits mainly in the Southwest but could be nationwide
- Stayaways and travel paid for when necessary
- Monday - Friday 10-hour days with 1.5x overtime
The Person:
- Machine Operative with their piling rig tickets
- Willing to go to site visits mainly Southwest but could be nationwide
Machine Operative, Rigs, Equipment, Piling, Groundworks, Bristol, Swindon, Poole, Bournemouth, Civils, Overtime, Training, Progression, Construction
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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