Mobile Plant Operator

The Role

As a Hydraulic Excavator / Mobile Plant Operator, you will be responsible for operating hydraulic excavators to extract sand and gravel and load material into dumper trucks for transport to the processing plant. You'll also support wider quarry operations through the safe operation of additional mobile plant equipment and routine maintenance activities.

Safety, attention to detail, and operational excellence are at the heart of this role.

Essential

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English.
• EPIC certification to operate mobile plant equipment.
• NVQ Level 2 in Mobile Plant Operations (or working towards completion following EPIC certification).
• Proven ability to operate heavy plant machinery safely and effectively.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements within a quarrying or industrial environment.
• Proactive approach to maintenance, housekeeping, and equipment care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience within quarrying, aggregates, mining, construction, or heavy industrial operations.
• Experience operating multiple types of mobile plant equipment.
• Knowledge of quarry processing operations.