PLANT & HEAVY CIVILS JOBS
PLANT & HEAVY CIVILS jobs
Major infrastructure projects rely on skilled professionals who understand heavy plant, complex civil engineering works and the importance of working safely on live construction sites. Whether you're experienced in highways, earthworks, drainage, utilities, rail, bridges or large-scale infrastructure, having access to the right opportunities can make all the difference to your career.
We work with leading civil engineering contractors, groundworks specialists, infrastructure companies and plant hire businesses across the UK, giving our candidates access to a wide range of temporary, permanent and contract opportunities.
Our industry knowledge and strong relationships with employers mean we recruit for roles at every level, from machine operators and groundworkers through to engineers, site managers and senior construction professionals. We take the time to understand your skills, experience and career goals, helping you find plant and heavy civils jobs that match your qualifications, ambitions and preferred way of working.
RECRUITING FOR:
- Piling Operatives
- Lead Operatives
- Groundworkers
- Skilled Labourers
- Banksmen
- Slingers
- General Operatives
- Piling Rig Operators
- CFA Rig Operators
- Rotary Rig Operators
- Crane Operators
- Excavator Operators
- Telehandler Operators
- Piling Engineers
- Site Engineers
- Geotechnical Engineers
- Civil Engineers
- Foundation Engineers
- Design Engineers
- Site Managers
- Project Managers
- Contracts Managers
- Construction Managers
- Operations Managers
- Quantity Surveyors
- Estimators
- Planners
- Health & Safety Managers
- Environmental Advisors
- Technical Managers
DELIVERING PROJECTS ACROSS:
- Civil Engineering
- Infrastructure
- Rail
- Highways
- Utilities
- Renewable Energy
- Water
- Commercial Construction
- Residential Development
- Industrial Construction
- Energy
- Ground Engineering
RECRUITING FOR:
- Groundworkers
- Skilled Labourers
- General Operatives
- Banksmen
- Slingers
- Machine Operators
- Excavator Operators
- Telehandler Operators
- Crane Operators
- Site Engineers
- Civil Engineers
- Geotechnical Engineers
- Design Engineers
- Foundation Engineers
- New Site Managers
- Project Managers
- Contracts Managers
- Construction Managers
- Quantity Surveyors
- Estimators
- Planners
- Health & Safety Managers
DELIVERING PROJECTS ACROSS:
- Civil Engineering
- Infrastructure
- Rail
- Highways
- Utilities
- Renewable Energy
- Water
- Commercial Construction
- Residential Development
- Industrial Construction
- Energy
- Ground Engineering
temporary
Looking for your next temporary plant or heavy civils role? We work with contractors across the UK who need experienced, site-ready professionals for short-term cover, long-term projects and major infrastructure programmes. Temporary roles offer flexibility, competitive pay and the opportunity to gain experience on some of the UK's largest construction projects.
permanent
temp to perm
Many of our opportunities begin on a temporary basis before becoming permanent. Temp-to-perm roles give you the chance to demonstrate your skills on site, get to know the employer and ensure the role is the right fit before accepting a permanent position.
Hear from our customers
"We have been using Barker Ross to assist us with managing the peaks of our work without the need to recruit directly. The ability to understand our needs, and more importantly, supply the right people has assisted us very well".
Brian, London
"We have worked with Barker Ross for a number of years and have always found them to be responsive and able to cover the requirements we have. Barker Ross are definitely our preferred agency".
Cate, Nottingham
Speak to our specialists
If you're ready to learn more about how we can assist you, contact our specialist teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
What plant and heavy civils jobs does Barker Ross recruit for?
We recruit for a wide range of plant and heavy civils jobs across the UK, including Groundworkers, Skilled Labourers, Excavator Operators, Telehandler Operators, Crane Operators, Banksmen, Slingers, Site Engineers, Civil Engineers, Site Managers, Project Managers and many other specialist infrastructure roles. We offer temporary, permanent and temp-to-perm opportunities with leading contractors nationwide.
Do I need CPCS, NPORS or other qualifications to apply for plant operator jobs?
Many plant operator jobs require valid CPCS or NPORS cards, while some engineering and management positions require relevant qualifications or professional experience. Requirements vary depending on the role, and our recruitment team will advise you on the certifications, tickets and experience needed before putting you forward for a position.
Can Barker Ross help me find temporary or permanent plant and heavy civils jobs?
Yes. We recruit for temporary, permanent and temp-to-perm roles across the plant and heavy civils sector. Whether you're looking for your next contract, ongoing site work or a permanent career move, we'll match your experience with suitable vacancies across the UK.
Where are your plant and heavy civils jobs based?
We recruit for plant and heavy civils jobs throughout the UK, supporting projects in highways, rail, utilities, infrastructure, renewable energy, commercial construction, residential developments and major civil engineering schemes. New vacancies are added regularly, so if you don't see the right opportunity today, our consultants can help you find your next role.
