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Recently named as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For’ by Best Companies, J. Murphy & Sons Limited (Murphy) is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure.
 
Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; power and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.
 
Murphy employs around 3,600 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’ - directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. 

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Plant Operator
Location – Inverness - Highlands

In the first instance we are looking for people who live in Inverness and surrounding areas

Here at Murphys we pride ourselves on delivering world calls infrastructure and this project is no exception:

Based in the Scottish Highlands we will be commencing the grounds works on our overhead lines’ energy project. 

We are currently looking to speak with skilled and experienced Plant Operatives ideally with previous experience of working on power / energy projects.
 
Responsibilities:

Operate heavy plant machinery efficiently & safely.
Collaborate with team members to ensure project timelines are met.
Conduct routine inspections of your equipment and report any issues.
  Requirements:

Relevant tickets to carry out the role.
Proven experience as a heavy plant operator in infrastructure projects
Proficient operation of relevant heavy machinery and equipment.
Solid understanding of safety protocols and best practice.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Flexibility to travel and stay away from home.
UK driving licence.  
Package:

Rates Start Dates and hours being finalised   
Please contact Christine Reid for more information on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

J Murphy & Sons Limited is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK
 
Why Work for Murphy’s
At Murphy, we believe our people are our greatest asset, which is why they are at the heart of our company and everything we do. In fact, we have been named the #1 'Best Big Company to Work For' by Best Companies based on feedback from our colleagues

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