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At Ground Control, we have an opportunity for an experienced RRV / Plant Operator to join our Arboriculture in Rail & Infrastructure division on a zero hours contract based Nationally.

Duties required of a plant operator are to include but are not limited to:

• Using your experience to assist in Possible Site visits.
• Be flexible on working hours and Location.
• Understand, interpret and work, according to site plans, written instructions, or verbal guidance.
• Operate a variety of heavy machinery and equipment on the railway with the possibility of highways, Utilities and construction sites.
• Prioritize working in a clean and tidy manner to protect the environment and prevent pollution.
• Perform pre-start equipment checks, document findings, and submit reports as required.
• Carry out routine lubrication of equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Safely operate any plant or equipment you are trained and competent to use, this may be owned or hired in and will include the use of specialized attachments.
• Adhere to relevant legislation, such as Health and Safety at Work, LOLER, COSHH etc.

Who are we looking for?

Ideally you will have a background in rail Plant, with some experience using Vegetation / Forestry Equipment but skillsets will be assessed individually.

• CPCS/NPORS Cardholder
• CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator Wheeled
• CPCS A59C Lifting with Excavators/NPORS Excavator as Crane
• CPCS Safe Working Practices Around Construction Plant Equipment
• PTS with relevant Sentinel Competencies’ such as Excavator Crane, Tailors, Hydraulic Grab

What we offer:

At Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment , and rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wide-ranging benefits program , supporting you to realise your full potential, and are proud to be recognised as a great place to work:

Awards, Accolades and Culture

• We have been awarded ‘world-class’ status for employee engagement in the 2023 best companies results, ranking at #16 in the ‘Top 100 Large Companies to Work For’ league table.

• Certified B-Corp Accredited, Ground Control has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit.

• We inclusively support ‘The Race at Work Charter’, ‘Ban the Box’, ‘The Armed Forces Covenant’ and are ‘Disability Confident'

• We invest 5% of our profits into the Evergreen Fund, an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.

• By 2025 we have committed to planting 1,000,000 trees, having a fully electric fleet, and achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.

• 2 personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to £500!

How we work:

We put people at the centre of everything we do.
Everyone is welcome. We’re embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation, and innovation creates initiative.

Agency Notice

Ground Control does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/ CV’s. Please do not forward resumes / CV’s to our job alias, employees, or any other company location. Ground Control is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/ CV's.