Our Story
Eiffage Kier brings together international, market leading technical expertise to deliver the most exciting infrastructure project in a generation. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey Gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
Our Story
Eiffage Kier brings together international, market leading technical expertise to deliver the most exciting infrastructure project in a generation. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey Gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
Eiffage Kier brings together international, market leading technical expertise to deliver the most exciting infrastructure project in a generation. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey Gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
News & Updates
News & Updates
Supply Chain
At Eiffage Kier we are keen to engage with a diverse range of supply chain partners. We are looking for exceptional suppliers who share our values and enthusiasm, regardless of the size of your organisation.
We would love to hear from you if you:
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are passionate about and respect the communities we work in
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offer innovative solutions
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aspire to ‘do things better’
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want to bring jobs, skills and opportunities to local people
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manufacture offsite
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help reduce carbon
We believe in fair and inclusive procurement in order to stimulate a more competitive market place. We are therefore committed to providing the supply chain with as much advanced information as possible, ensuring everyone has enough time to prepare for HS2.
Eiffage Kier is an official partner of CompeteFor
Please click the following link to visit our CompeteFor page for more information on our procurement process and how to register for supply chain opportunities with us:
Careers
Plant Operator
Construction plant operators work with machinery and equipment used on building sites. This job would suit someone with a basic knowledge of the vehicles who enjoys being outdoors and using large machinery. You would also need to work well in a team and follow detailed instructions.
What would I do?
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Safety checks on the machine you are using
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Changing attachments on the machin
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Using forklifts to unload and move materials on site
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Operating a crane, working with a slinger signaler who would direct you by signals or radio
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Operating machinary such as: 180 and 360 degree excavators, earth moving bulldozers and dump trucks, compactors used for levelling out work areas, loading shovel, concrete pumps, piling rigs
Possible duties:
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Basic knowledge of machine vehicles
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Good concentration
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Good practical and communication skills
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Ability to follow instructions
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Fitness for climbing in and out of cabs
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Awareness of safe working practices
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Ability to work independently or in a team
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Able to work at heights for some jobs
Skills needed
You would usually work around 40 hours per week but working hours may vary depending on deadlines. Most of your work will be outdoors and conditions could be noisy and dirty. You may work at heights, for example when operating a tower crane or a larger excavator. You would travel between jobs and some contracts may involve overnight stays away from home.
What to expect
Salaries
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Trainee construction plant operators can earn around £17,000 per year
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With qualifications, this can rise to between £20,000 per year
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Experienced operators can earn between £25,000 and £45,000
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Overtime and bonuses are often also available
Possible routes
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Some employers may ask for GCSEs in some subjects like Maths, English and D.T or vocational qualifications such as a Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment or Plant related technical certificates
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Apprenticeship
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CPCS accredited Plant Operator Qualification
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