Experienced Operator​/Groundworker

Pay Rate

£210 per day – £240 per day
, depending on experience and qualifications

Enhanced overnight stay pay when working away from home

Contract Work / Self Employed

Sector Group is a well‑established and growing construction and civil engineering company delivering high‑quality groundworks and infrastructure projects across the UK. We pride ourselves on our strong health & safety culture, professional site management, and commitment to quality workmanship. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit experienced operatives to join our team.

We are currently seeking experienced 360 Operators / Ground workers with a minimum of 5 years’ experience to work on a range of groundworks projects nationwide. Candidates must be confident operating machinery and supporting general groundworks activities, with flexibility to work away from home when required.

• Safe and efficient operation of 360° excavators (above and/or below 10 tonnes)
• Excavation, trenching, foundations, and grading works
• Setting out in relation to the design requirements
• Installation of drainage systems, services, and landscaping works
• Managing general civils activities when not operating machinery
• Carrying out daily machine checks and basic maintenance
• Working closely with site supervisors and other trades
• Adhering to all health & safety regulations and site procedures
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and productive working environment

• Minimum 5 years’ proven experience operating 360° excavators
• Valid CPCS or NPORS 360 Excavator ticket (additional dumper ticket is advantageous)
• Strong experience in drainage, services installation, and landscaping works
• Solid background in general groundworks
• Full Driving Licence
• Ability to pass for an Enhanced DBS certificate
• Ability to work independently and to a high standard
• Good knowledge of health & safety practices
• CSCS card (preferred)
• Willingness to work away from home
• Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude

• Increased overnight stay pay when working away
• Long‑term, consistent work with a growing company
• Varied projects across the UK within numerous sectors
• Strong focus on health & safety
• Supportive team and professional working environment
• Opportunities for progression and skill development