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360 Excavator Operator

360 Excavator Operator (10 Tonne) Warrington £18.00 - £22.00 per hour (DOE) Long-Term Contract with Permanent Potential Join One of Europe's Leading Freight & Materials movement Businesses We're looking for an…

Pay rate £18 – £22/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 28 July 2026

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Excellent leave allowance plus o/t

360 Excavator Operator (10 Tonne)

Warrington
£18.00 - £22.00 per hour (DOE)
Long-Term Contract with Permanent Potential

Join One of Europe's Leading Freight & Materials movement Businesses

We're looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operator to join our busy operations team based in the Warrington area. Due to continued growth and increased workload, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract with the potential to become a permanent position.

If you're an experienced operator with proven experience using grab or clamshell attachments, we'd like to hear from you.

What's on Offer?
Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £22.00, depending on experience
Long-term contract with genuine permanent opportunities
Full PPE provided
Local training and ongoing mentoring
Stable workload with one of Europe's largest freight and materials operators
Working Hours

Core operating hours are 06:00 - 20:00. Flexibility is essential, as occasional changes may be required to accommodate late-running rail services.

Key Responsibilities

As a 360 Excavator Operator, you'll play a vital role in the safe and efficient operation of the terminal by:

Operating a 360 excavator (approximately 10 tonnes) using grab and clamshell attachments
Organising and maintaining terminal stockpiles to maximise efficiency and accessibility
Keeping walkways, access routes and operational areas safe and clear
Loading and unloading HGVs and rail freight wagons safely and efficiently
Completing daily plant inspections, maintenance checks and fluid level records
Reporting equipment defects promptly to minimise downtime
Working safely at all times in line with company Health & Safety procedures
Assisting with basic administrative duties, including weighbridge and office tasks
Providing guidance to HGV drivers and visitors to ensure safe operations across the terminal
Essential Requirements

To be successful in this role you'll need:

NPORS or CPCS certification for operating a 360 Excavator
A minimum of 2 years' experience operating a 360 excavator
At least 2 years' experience using grab or clamshell attachments
Full UK Driving Licence
Ability to commute to Warrington (ideally within 40 minutes)
Good level of physical fitness
A positive, reliable attitude and strong team-working skills
Safety Critical Role

This is a Safety Critical position operating within the rail freight industry.

Successful applicants will be required to pass:

Sentinel Medical
Drugs & Alcohol screening

The business operates a zero-tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

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If you're looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with excellent prospects, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to (url removed) or call Mark on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion

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