Excavator

Are you looking for a change and the opportunity to learn new skills? Do you consider yourself to be a positive individual and enjoy working as a team? Are you based in or around

We have an excavator position available with Holcim UK at Grovebury Quarry.This role is ideal for someone who considers themself to be reliable, proactive and eager to learn.

Role: Excavator

Location: Holcim, Grovebury Road

Bedfordshire

Leighton Buzzard

LU7 4TB

Rate: up to £20 per hour DEO

Hours: 6:30 am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday

Contract length: 3 month contract

Start: ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a 9-tonne excavator for excavation, ditching, trenching, and grading tasks within the quarry.
• Utilise a V-ditch bucket for precise drainage, trench shaping, and batter profiling.
• Operate the Ergon swivel/tilt-rotator attachment for enhanced digging angles and material placement in confined or awkward spaces.
• Carry out pre-start checks, daily maintenance, and basic servicing of the excavator and attachments.
• Load and move aggregate, overburden, and other materials as directed by site supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organised work area, ensuring safe access and egress for all personnel and vehicles.
• Work to quarry production schedules and coordinate with haul truck and plant operators.
• Adhere to all site health, safety, and environmental policies, including dust suppression and noise control measures.
• Conduct visual inspections of work areas for hazards and report any defects or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Record operational hours, fuel use, and maintenance needs in line with Holcim procedures.
• Assist with setting out and grading to specification using laser levels or site engineer guidance.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and ongoing training sessions.
• Follow traffic management plans and operate within quarry haul routes and speed limits.

Essential requirements:

• Experience using a Bucket Swivel Attachment (Essential)
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn
• Ability to work at height
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to conduct manual handling
• Sound IT literacy skills
• Some knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Benefits:

• Advice and editing on your current CV
• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
• Paid holiday
• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
• Competitive rates of pay

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.