Experienced Excavator Operatives
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Position Overview & Specifications
£45,000 to £57,800 (PAYE, on target earnings, including paid overtime) + lodge on top + sign on bonus of £750
Blackwell is looking for experienced plant operators and supervisors to join the UKs longest established Earthworks Specialist, on a 5 year project in Aylesbury, to operate and supervise the following plant:
We are looking for a full range of earthmoving operators with experience operating the following plant:
- Excavator
The right candidate will possess:
- The appropriate competency card, CPCS is preferred but other industry cards will be considered. In the case of supervisors, SSSTS is preferable, but training will be available.
- Able to follow instructions or, in the case of supervisors, give instructions.
- Have a positive attitude towards safety.
- Able to communicate well at all levels.
- Have a flexible approach to work.
- Be a strong team player.
- Have excellent keeping and a willingness to work overtime as necessary.
- Rates of pay and conditions are as the Working Rule Agreement/CIJC with bonusses commensurate to the scale of the Project.
To apply to join our team, ensure you include the details below on your CV:
- Full Name
- Contact Telephone Number
- Plant Competency Information including category of plant on ticket, ticket provider (CPCS, NPORS etc) and the expiry date.
- A summary of experience ie employers and plant types
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £45,000.00-£57,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Experienced Excavator Operatives roles across Blackwell Earthmoving Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £45,000 - £57,800 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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