Plant Operator

About the role

With a rich history dating back to 1923, Cavanna Homes is the South West's largest independent house builder. We are family-owned and construct beautiful new homes that customers love. We are now looking for a Plant Operator to join our team at Warmwell Rise, Dorchester, on a full-time, permanent basis, working 39 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• As a Plant Operator, you will operate plant equipment at our Warmwell Rise site, just outside Dorchester.
• You will move material around the site, assist with the successful delivery of construction projects, and maintain high standards of work while adhering to health and safety policies.
• Your duties will include:
• Supporting colleagues and subcontractors in working effectively
• Ensuring the presentation and cleanliness of the site is maintained
• Helping to manage site traffic safely and efficiently
• Who we are looking for
• To be considered as a Plant Operator, you will need:
• To be a qualified CPCS and/or NPORS cardholder
• Experience in the construction industry
• A good understanding of and adherence to health and safety standards
• A full, valid driving licence would be beneficial.
• What you'll get in return
• Competitive salary
• Life Assurance X3
• 6% employer pension contributions
• Medicash health cashback scheme
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, additional holidays awarded for length of service
• Holiday purchase scheme - purchase up to an additional week of holiday
• Cycle to Work Scheme up to the value of £3,500
• Early Friday finishes
• Discount on purchase of a Cavanna Home
• This is an exciting opportunity for a CPCS and/or NPORS accredited construction professional to join our respected, family-owned organisation.
• Alongside a competitive salary, we'll provide a well-rounded benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, reward your contribution and help you build a rewarding long-term future with us.
• So, if you're looking for a role where your reliability, skills and commitment to high standards will be genuinely valued, read on and apply today!
• A little bit more about Cavanna
• At Cavanna, everyone lives by 'The Cavanna Way'. This is our set of values that defines who we are as a team and how we behave - 'Customer Focused', 'Integrity', 'Socially Engaged', 'Reputable', 'Successful' and 'Safe'. If you believe these values match your own, then we'd love to hear from you.
• The closing date for this role is 22nd June 2026.
• Other organisations may call this role Plant Operative, Construction Plant Technician, Construction Plant Operator, Plant and Machinery Operator, Site Operative, Site Worker, Ground Worker, Site Plant Operator, or Machine Operator.
• So, if you'd like to join us as a Plant Operator, please apply via the button shown.

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Plant Operator Dorchester, Dorset

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