Company name:

Flannery

Location:

Oxfordshire, South East England

Job description:

We are seeking an experienced Loading Shovel Operator to join our team working on the HS2 high-speed rail infrastructure project. The role involves safely operating a loading shovel to move, load, and manage materials in line with site requirements and environmental standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of one of the UK’s largest and most significant infrastructure projects.

Candidate description:

Valid CPCS or NPORS Loading Shovel ticket (with HS2 EKFB induction preferred).

Previous experience operating a loading shovel on large civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

Safety Critical Medical and Drugs & Alcohol test (must be valid and in date).

Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental procedures.

Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions precisely.

Company description and benefits:

Flannery Plant Hire is one of the UK’s leading plant hire companies, with roots stretching back to 1972, when Patrick Flannery Senior began operations with a single JCB 3C excavator. Today, the company boasts a modern fleet of over 5,200 machines and operates from a network of depots across the UK and Ireland, including locations like Aberdeen, Manchester, Birmingham, Dublin, and its flagship head office next to Wembley Stadium .

Still family-owned, Flannery combines strong values with cutting-edge innovation. They partner with world-renowned manufacturers—including Caterpillar, Komatsu, JCB, Volvo, Hitachi, and Wacker Neuson—to ensure access to advanced, environmentally responsible machinery . The company is heavily involved in digital transformation and sustainability initiatives, offering GPS machine control, hybrid and electric equipment, and in-house Eco Operator Training to reduce emissions and enhance operational efficiency .

Flannery also invests deeply in training and workforce development. Their Skills Bootcamp and Operator Skills Hubs—including a high-tech digital training centre in Birmingham—equip operators with the expertise to excel in modern, digitalised worksites . Their continuous investment in safety, innovation, and sustainability underscores their leadership in plant hire services across the UK.

Closing date:

Closes 31 December 2025

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