360 Machine Operator

Company: Force Contracting Services
Location: Heysham Nuclear Power Station, Lancashire (Head Office: Worksop, Nottinghamshire)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (PAYE)
Salary: £18-20hour (higher rates available depending on experience, qualifications, and tickets)
Overtime Rates: £27-£30ph (Saturday) £36-£40ph (Sunday)
About the Role
Force Contracting Services are recruiting experienced 360 Machine Operators (Above & Below 10T) to join our team on a long-term civil engineering project at Heysham Nuclear Power Station. This is a permanent PAYE position offering stable, year-round work, ongoing training, and excellent opportunities for progression. Plenty of overtime available for candidates to earn extra money.
Duties:
* Operating 360 excavators above and below 10 tonnes
* Carrying out drainage, trenching, grading, and excavation works
* Loading materials and supporting site operations
* Assisting groundworks teams when required
* Conducting daily machine checks and basic maintenance
* Following site health and safety procedures
* Working effectively as part of a civils team
Requirements:
* Valid CPCS or NPORS 360 Excavator ticket (Above & Below 10T essential)
* Valid CSCS Card
* Previous experience on civil engineering projects preferred
* Reliable, hardworking, and safety-conscious
* Strong understanding of site health and safety
* Willingness to work at Heysham Nuclear Power Station
* Additional plant tickets advantageous
What We Offer:
* Permanent PAYE employment
* Consistent year-round work
* 28 days paid holiday entitlement (including bank holidays)
* Overtime paid at x1.5 on Saturdays and x2 on Sundays
* Travel and accommodation provided
* All PPE provided
* Company-funded training and additional tickets
* Clear career progression opportunities
* Ongoing personal and professional development
* Company pension scheme
* Stable, long-term employment with a growing civil engineering contractor
* Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects
How to Apply:
Apply via CV Library with an up-to-date CV, or contact our recruitment team using the details below