360 Excavator Operators / Plant Drivers

  • Job ref: 315/00013
  • Type: Contract, Full Time, Permanent, Temporary
  • Location: Eastbourne
  • Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Eastbourne
  • Date posted: 3 August 2026

Job details

  • Contract
  • Full Time
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
  • Eastbourne
  • 19-24 USD / Year
  • Job Ref: 315/00013
  • Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 per hour

We are currently recruiting experienced 360 Excavator Operators and Plant Drivers for busy sites across Eastbourne, Hailsham, and Brighton. We are actively looking for operators experienced on both tracked and wheeled machines, with immediate starts on offer.

What’s in it for you:

  • Competitive pay: Up to £24 per hour (PAYE and Umbrella options available, rate dependent on experience).

  • Solid options: Immediate starts with ongoing long-term work, plus permanent contracts available for the right operators.

  • Great teams: Work through Driver Hire with supportive, highly respected local construction contractors.

  • Varied work: Keep your skills sharp across a diverse mix of local commercial and residential projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operating 18t+ wheeled excavators (as well as tracked machinery) safely and efficiently out on open concrete aprons.
  • Precision lifting, carrying, and placing heavy road plates (weighing up to 4.5t each).
  • Breaking out tough concrete pavement, excavating deep sections, and ground preparation.
  • Loading dumpers, managing muck-away operations, and assisting with concrete placement.
  • Reading site plans accurately and executing supervisor instructions cleanly.
  • Conducting standard daily plant checks, grease-ups, and pre-start safety inspections.
  • Reporting directly to the Site Foreman and coordinating closely with ground crew

What you need:

  • Valid NPORS card with the CSCS logo on the back.

  • Solid, proven track record operating 360 excavators (tracked, wheeled, or both).

  • Full commitment to site safety and health & safety procedures.

  • A self-motivated, proactive approach to getting stuck into the job.

  • Full personal PPE (hi-vis, hard hat, steel toe-cap boots).

  • Punctual, reliable, and sharp on site.

How to apply:

Ready to get started? Give Billy or Lea a quick call on 01273 597999 (Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00) or submit your CV below to lock in a start!

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