Rig Operator

Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; energy and water.

Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.

Murphy employs around 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’ - directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. Visit (url removed) or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X:

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What your day looks like:

Operate CFA and rotary piling rigs safely and efficiently. Carry out pre-start inspections and daily maintenance checks on piling equipment. Install CFA, rotary bored, and other pile types in accordance with engineering specifications and project requirements. Ensure piling operations comply with company procedures, project method statements, and risk assessments. Work closely with banksmen, slinger/signallers, concrete operatives, and site engineers. Report defects, breakdowns, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately. Assist with rig mobilisation, demobilisation, and site setup activities. Ensure all work areas are maintained in a safe, tidy, and environmentally responsible manner. Support other site activities as required to ensure project targets are achieved.

What we need from you:

CPCS or NPORS Piling Rig Operator qualification. Valid CSCS card. Full UK Driving Licence. Proven experience operating CFA piling rigs and rotary piling rigs. Experience working on construction, civil engineering, or ground engineering projects. Knowledge of piling techniques, drilling methods, and ground conditions. Experience working around lifting operations and heavy plant. Strong understanding of piling operations and foundation construction. Ability to read engineering drawings and site documentation