Job Description
Job Title:  360 Excavator Driver
Job Location:  Kildare
Country/Region:  Ireland

Who is Murphy:

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including transport and infrastructure, water & wastewater, energy and industry. 

 

The Role:

We are currently seeking an experienced 360 Excavator Driver to join our teams working on the ESB Framework, supporting the erection of overhead electrical poles.

Our teams are currently working across the Leinster region, with national travel required during storm repair works.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operating a 360 excavator safely and efficiently.
  • Carrying out excavation works associated with the erection of overhead electrical poles.
  • Working as part of the team to deliver works safely and to the required standard.
  • Supporting storm repair works when required.

 

Key Requirements:

  • Valid CSCS 360 Excavator ticket.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience operating a 360 excavator.
  • Valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling certificate.
  • Previous experience in ESB or telecoms poling works is desirable but not essential.
  • Category C driving licence is desirable but not essential.
  • Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and nationally during storm repair works when required.

 

What we offer: 

    • Competitive salary. 
    • 39-hour Standard working week. 
    • Time and a half after 39hours. 
    • 21 days plus 10 bank holidays (annual leave in line with CIF guidelines). 
    • CWPS Pension and sick pay. 
    • Opportunities for advancement and career growth. 
    • Further training given. 
    • Health and safety-focused work environment. 
    • Supportive team culture. 
 
About Murphy 
Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. 
If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call Nicole Sinnott on 0873434203 to discuss in more detail. 
Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.