Pile Breaker

Description

• Maintain safe working distances and exclusion zones during operations
• Carry out pre-start and post-operation equipment checks, reporting any faults immediately
• Identify and report any defects, irregularities, or obstructions (e.g., high reinforcement, debris, incorrect pile spacing)
• Ensure broken piles meet required finish, level, and tolerance specifications
• Carry out pile cropping and trimming operations using hydraulic pile breakers, hand-held tools, and other approved methods
• Assist with other groundwork or concrete activities as required (when pile breaking operations are complete or paused)
• Adhere to all company and site-specific Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality procedures
• Set up, operate, and maintain hydraulic pile breaker equipment (excavator-mounted or modular types)
• Inspect piles prior to breaking, confirming dimensions, rebar cage positions, and cut-off levels with the Site Engineer or Supervisor
• Work with the Machine Driver and Banksman to ensure safe lifting and handling of the equipment

Requirements

• Please note that to comply with client requirements, we can only accept NPORS cards affiliated with CSCS and carrying the CSCS hologram. We no longer accept traditional NPORS cards. If you would like further details on how to transfer your card from the traditional scheme to the CSCS scheme, please click How to achieve an NPORS CSCS Operator Card - NPORS
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety, particularly regarding vibration, noise, dust, and exclusion zones
• Good communication skills with site engineers and foremen
• Valid CPCS or NPORS card - Excavator Operator, Lifting Ops, or related
• Ability to work efficiently within a team and follow instructions from site supervision
• Good understanding of hydraulic pile cropping systems and associated equipment
• Manual handling, confined space, or lifting-related training
• SSSTS or equivalent supervisor qualification
• Understanding of reading drawings and pile schedules
• Positive attitude and teamwork mindset
• Knowledge of safe working practices when operating around reinforced concrete piles and live site areas
• Proven experience as a Pile Breaker / Pile Cropping Operative in a civils or groundworks environment
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
• Able to work to high standards with attention to detail
• Experience working on large RC frame or infrastructure projects

Benefits

• Opportunities for upskilling and further training
• Long-term, steady work on major projects
• Competitive rates of pay
• Additional plant tickets (Telehandler, Dumper, Roller, etc.)

Training + Development

Interview process

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Security clearance