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360 Excavator Operator (Shetland Island)

Barker Ross
Aberdeen
money-bag £26 Hourly
Posted: 30 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 30 October 2026
Ref: 3185695802

We are looking for an experienced 360 Excavator Operator for a 7-month infrastructure project in the Shetland Islands.The project involves approximately 1,500 metres of large open-cut trenching through fields and peatland, installing three 8-inch power ducts and fibre optic cables, plus a further 2,400 metres of trenching along a carriageway, including tarmac reinstatement.Requirements:Experienced 360 Excavator OperatorExperience operating 8-tonne or 14-tonne excavatorsExperience laying/reinstating tarmac is essentialPrevious utilities, ducting, trenching or infrastructure experience preferredFit and capable of working on a demanding outdoor projectReliable and able to commit to the full rotationReferences required from previous employersRelevant CPCS/NPORS qualification required11 days on / 4 days off, with travel to and from Shetland and accommodation paid for by the client.If you are an experienced operator looking for a long-term project in Shetland, please get in touch with your CV and relevant tickets/references.Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising ..... full job details .....

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