Trainee Vacuum excavator Operator

Cat c trainee Vacuum excavator Operator Trainee Vacuum Excavator Operator Doncaster Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Progression from £17.06 to £23.29 per hour, with the potential to earn up to £80,000 per year with overtime Training: Full training provided, leading to CPCS A78 certification Licence Required: HGV Class 2 (Category C) Build Your Career with an Industry Leader leading provider of vacuum excavation services, based in Doncaster.  work across a wide range of sectors, including aviation, nuclear, power, highways, rail, construction, gas, water, utilities, telecommunications, tunnelling and emergency works. Due to continued business growth, we are looking for motivated and committed individuals to join our team as Trainee Vacuum Excavator Operators. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a specialist skill set, gain industry-recognised certification and build a long-term career with a successful and growing company. Full training will be provided, taking successful candidates through to CPCS A78 certification.

The Role

As a Trainee Vacuum Excavator Operator, you will receive comprehensive training to safely operate specialist vacuum excavation equipment across sites throughout the UK. Your responsibilities will include:

Operating and maintaining specialist vacuum excavation equipment. Supporting excavation, trenching and groundworks operations. Carrying out daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance. Following strict health and safety procedures at all times. Working closely with site teams to deliver projects safely and efficiently. Travelling to customer sites across the UK, including overnight stays away from home. Maintaining high standards of professionalism, reliability and customer service.Salary Progression We offer a structured pay progression programme as you complete your training and gain experience. Stage Hourly rate Following successful completion of the initial six-month training period £17.06 After a further six months £19.74 After a further six months £21.74 Following the next progression stage £23.29 Pay progression is subject to the successful completion of the relevant training and progression stages. With regular overtime and weekend working opportunities, annual earnings of up to £80,000 may be achievable following completion of training. Benefits Package We offer a competitive package designed to reward hard work, commitment and performance.

Competitive pay: Structured progression up to £23.29 per hour. Excellent earning potential: Up to £80,000 per year, including regular overtime. Paid accommodation: Hotel accommodation provided for overnight stays away from home. Overnight allowance: £37.50 for each night away. Phone allowance: £20 per week. Optional weekend overtime: Saturdays paid at time and a half; Sundays paid at double time. Car allowance: £2,500 per year following successful completion of probation. Company pension scheme. Life insurance. Private medical insurance. Quarterly performance-related bonus: Up to 10%, subject to performance and scheme conditions. Full training provided: Training towards CPCS A78 certification.What We're Looking For We want to recruit individuals who are keen to learn, take pride in their work and are committed to becoming highly skilled operators. The successful candidate will have:

A valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) driving licence — essential. A strong commitment to health, safety and following procedures. Good attention to detail and a practical, problem-solving approach. The ability to work effectively as part of a team. A flexible attitude and willingness to work in different locations across the UK. The ability to work in challenging site environments and weather conditions. A reliable, professional and hardworking attitude.Previous experience in construction, plant operation or equipment maintenance would be an advantage, but a willingness to learn and develop is essential. Working Away from Home This role involves travelling to sites throughout the UK and typically requires four nights away from home, staying in paid hotel accommodation. An overnight allowance of £37.50 is also provided for each night away. Flexibility is essential, as our operations support a variety of projects and industries across the country. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're looking for a long-term career with excellent training, structured pay progression and the opportunity to earn a substantial income, we'd like to hear from you. Become part of a team recognised for its commitment to safety, quality and reliability. Apply today to start your career as a Trainee Vacuum Excavator Operator