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Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts is seeking a CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator Operator for telecoms civils work based in Livingston. This full-time role pays £18.50 per hour, with ad-hoc or ongoing contracts available. Duties include excavating for cabinet and monopole foundations, installing ducts and diversions, constructing draw pits and chambers, preparing concrete foundations, and performing backfilling. The position requires safe working around live underground services and supporting groundworkers. Essential skills include valid CPCS or NPORS certification, experience with telecoms infrastructure, and competence in shuttering and formwork. You will work across Edinburgh, Glasgow, and surrounding areas on varied civil engineering projects. 360 Excavator Operator – Telecoms Civils Location: Livingston Rate: £18.50 per hour Contract: Ad-hoc / ongoing opportunities available Pertemps is recruiting experienced 360 Excavator Operators to support telecoms civil engineering projects across Edinburgh, Glasgow, and surrounding areas. The role will involve working on telecoms infrastructure projects, including the installation and removal of telecoms infrastructure, cabinet foundations, ducting, and associated civil engineering works. Key responsibilities: Excavation for telecoms cabinet and monopole foundations Duct installation and duct diversions Installation of draw pits and chambers Shuttering and formwork Concrete foundation preparation and backfilling Working safely around live underground services Supporting groundworkers when required Maintaining a clean and safe working environment Essential requirements: CPCS or NPORS 360 Excavator Operator qualification CSCS card Previous experience within civil engineering and utility/telecoms works Ability to work from construction drawings and site instructions Good understanding of safe excavation practices Reliable, punctual, and professional approach Desirable (not essential): NRSWA Operative qualification CAT & Genny training Experience working on Ericsson, MBNL, EE, Vodafone, or Openreach projects Additional training will be provided where required. Initially, these positions will be offered on an ad-hoc basis, with the potential for regular ongoing work for the right candidates as projects continue to expand across Scotland. To apply, please send: Updated CV CPCS/NPORS and CSCS cards Relevant training certificates Availability Areas you are willing to travel within Scotland Apply today to discuss upcoming opportunities.