Full time

CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator Operator

Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts
Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ
money-bag £18.50 per hour
Posted: 27 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 26 August 2026
Ref: 60503010

About the Role

This role is for a CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator Operator working on telecoms civil engineering projects in Edinburgh. Paying £18.50 per hour, this full-time contract offers ongoing ad-hoc assignments. You will handle excavation for cabinet and monopole foundations, duct installation and diversions, plus pit and chamber installation. Key duties include shuttering, formwork, concrete foundation preparation, and backfilling. Safe operation around live underground services is essential, as is supporting groundworkers when needed. Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts seeks experienced operators with valid CPCS or NPORS cards for this position.

360 Excavator Operator – Telecoms Civils
Location: Edinburgh, 
Rate: £18.50 per hour
Contract: Ad-hoc / ongoing opportunities available
Pertemps is recruiting experienced 360 Excavator Operators to support telecoms civil engineering projects across Edinburgh, Glasgow, and surrounding areas.
The role will involve working on telecoms infrastructure projects, including the installation and removal of telecoms infrastructure, cabinet foundations, ducting, and associated civil engineering works.
Key responsibilities:

  • Excavation for telecoms cabinet and monopole foundations
  • Duct installation and duct diversions
  • Installation of draw pits and chambers
  • Shuttering and formwork
  • Concrete foundation preparation and backfilling
  • Working safely around live underground services
  • Supporting groundworkers when required
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
Essential requirements:
  • CPCS or NPORS 360 Excavator Operator qualification
  • CSCS card
  • Previous experience within civil engineering and utility/telecoms works
  • Ability to work from construction drawings and site instructions
  • Good understanding of safe excavation practices
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional approach
Desirable (not essential):
  • NRSWA Operative qualification
  • CAT & Genny training
  • Experience working on Ericsson, MBNL, EE, Vodafone, or Openreach projects
Additional training will be provided where required.
Initially, these positions will be offered on an ad-hoc basis, with the potential for regular ongoing work for the right candidates as projects continue to expand across Scotland.
To apply, please send:
  • Updated CV
  • CPCS/NPORS and CSCS cards
  • Relevant training certificates
  • Availability
  • Areas you are willing to travel within Scotland
Apply today to discuss upcoming opportunities.

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