Plant Operator (CPCS)

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Castleford
Salary: £28,000 – £34,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 45 hours per week. Monday to Friday.
Reference: LFG-2026-007
Reports To: Site Supervisor
Closing Date: August 1, 2026

About the Role

We are recruiting an experienced plant operator to join our Castleford team. You will operate a range of excavators, dumpers and specialist plant on commercial landscaping, groundworks and fencing projects across Yorkshire and the North East. Our projects range from highway schemes and new-build developments to waterway restoration and ecological works, so you will need to be adaptable and comfortable working in varied site conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate excavators (up to 20 tonnes), forward tipping dumpers and ride-on rollers safely and efficiently
Carry out earthworks, muck shifting, grading and level formation
Excavate tree pits, fence post holes, drainage trenches and pond features
Load and unload materials and plant on site
Carry out daily pre-start checks and report any defects
Work in confined spaces, near services and on sensitive ecological sites as required
Follow all health and safety procedures, method statements and site-specific rules

About You

You will be a competent and experienced plant operator with valid CPCS or NPORS cards. You are safety-conscious, reliable and take care of the equipment you operate. Experience working on landscaping or environmental projects is an advantage.

Required Certifications

CPCS or NPORS cards for relevant plant categories
CSCS card
Full UK driving licence

Benefits

Competitive salary
28 days annual leave including bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Additional CPCS category training available
Overtime available

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