Piling Rig Operator (Solar PV Plant Construction Project)

Job Description

Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services (). We are currently looking for a Piling Rig Operator to join our team for a Solar PV Plant Project in Scotland, United Kingdom (on-site position), approximately 50 minutes north of Edinburgh.

Project: Solar PV Construction Project

Estimated duration of the position: 3 months – In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.

Summary: operating piling/post-driving equipment for the installation of steel posts and foundations for photovoltaic mounting structures. The role requires previous experience operating piling rigs, post drivers, or drilling/piling equipment in construction, renewable energy, or infrastructure projects.

Main Responsibilities:

• Operate piling rig, post-driving or drilling equipment safely and efficiently for the installation of PV structure foundations.
• Carry out daily equipment checks, basic maintenance, and report any technical issues or defects.
• Follow site drawings, setting-out indications, alignment requirements, and installation tolerances.
• Coordinate with site supervisors, survey teams, banksmen, and ground crews to ensure safe and accurate execution of works.
• Comply with all HSE procedures, site rules, lifting/exclusion zones, and environmental requirements during piling activities.

Working hours: Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm- 1 hour break.

Benefits:

• Working for an international company currently expanding.
• 22 paid vacation days.
• 2 weeks of paternity leave (80% salary)
• 15 working days of sick leave (100% salary)
• Vehicle, petrol, and phone are provided.
• Travel: Round-trip flights at the beginning and end of the project.
• Hotel: Two weeks of accommodation if necessary.