Pay: Up to £60,000.00 per year

Job Description:

The Role – Trainee Vacuum Excavator Operator

Due to continued business growth, we are recruiting Trainee Plant Operators / Vacuum Excavator Operators to join a high-performing operational team. Please note this role requires working away from home.

You will receive full NVQ-certified training and develop the skills required to operate specialist vacuum excavation equipment on sites nationwide. This is an excellent opportunity to enter a highly skilled, well-paid sector with long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating specialist vacuum excavation and plant equipment
• Supporting excavation, trenching and non-destructive digging works
• Carrying out basic equipment checks and maintenance
• Working safely on live and safety-critical sites
• Following strict health & safety procedures
• Working collaboratively as part of a nationwide team

What We’re Looking For

• HGV Class 2 (Cat C) licence – essential
• Construction, utilities or plant experience (advantageous but not essential)
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• A proactive, reliable and team-focused attitude
• Willingness to travel and work across the UK
• Comfortable working in challenging environments

What’s on Offer

• Up to £60,000 OTE following completion of training + Overtime
• Regular paid overtime
• Fully funded NVQ training and qualifications
• Car allowance
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Long-term career stability with an industry leader

Why Apply?

This role offers structured training, excellent earning potential, and the chance to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects within a specialist sector experiencing sustained growth.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Experience:

• Construction: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Category C Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person