Vacancies: Groundworkers & Excavator Operators

We’re looking to expand the Shetland Plant Hire team and have several vacancies for experienced Skilled Groundworkers and 360 Excavator Operators. Both roles are full-time positions and immediate starts are available.

We’re looking to expand the Shetland Plant Hire team and have several vacancies for experienced Skilled Groundworkers and 360 Excavator Operators. Both roles are full-time positions and immediate starts are available.

Skilled Groundworkers

Full-time | Excellent Rates of Pay | Overtime Available | Company van

We’re looking for several experienced Skilled Groundworkers to join our growing team working on a variety of projects throughout Shetland. 

The ideal candidates will be experienced in excavating, kerb laying, paving, drainage, concrete laying, tarmac work and block paving. 

Desired Certifications/Tickets:

-    CSCS (Essential)
-    Full driving license
-    NRSW
-    CPCS or NPORS below 10t 360 Excavator
-    NVQ Level 2 in General Construction
-    FWD Tipping Dumper and Roller
-    First Aid Trained
-    Manual Handling


360 Excavator Operators

Full-time | Excellent Rates of Pay | Overtime Available | Company van

Shetland Plant Hire are recruiting experienced 360 Excavator Operators to join our team. The ideal candidates will have a minimum of five years’ experience in excavator driving, bulk earthworks and grading.

Essential Certifications/Tickets:

-    Valid Blue CPCS card or NPORS card
-    Valid driving license 


To apply for either of our current vacancies, please email your CV to info@shetlandplant.com.

If you have any questions or require further information about the available roles, please contact our office:

SHETLAND PLANT HIRE LTD
5 Fogralea
Lerwick
Shetland
ZE1 0SE
Telephone: +44 (0) 1595 693286
Email: info@shetlandplant.com

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