South East England · Plant & Machinery · Demand: Moderate-High

Plant Operator Jobs in Brighton

Brighton has a strong construction job market — high-value residential development, commercial and hospitality fit-out, university campus projects, and coastal regeneration create consistent demand across the South East coast.

Typical pay: £18£28 per hour · Card required: CPCS or NPORS card — specific to machine category

Plant Operator Jobs in Brighton — What to Expect

Brighton has a strong construction job market — high-value residential development, commercial and hospitality fit-out, university campus projects, and coastal regeneration create consistent demand across the South East coast.

How to qualify as a Plant Operator

Plant operators must obtain a CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) or NPORS card for each machine category they operate. This involves a theory test and a practical assessment. Common categories include 360 excavator (A59), forward tipping dumper (A09), and telehandler (A17).

Career progression

Plant operators with multiple machine tickets are highly employable. Career progression can lead to lifting supervisor, appointed person, or plant manager roles. Self-employment via CIS is common and day rates are competitive.

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Register for Plant Operator Jobs in Brighton

Plant operators are consistently in demand across UK construction. Register with Phoenix Gray and tell us which CPCS/NPORS categories you hold — we will match you to live vacancies.

What you get when you register:

  • Access to live vacancies in Brighton
  • Temp, contract and permanent options
  • Weekly pay on qualifying temp assignments
  • Dedicated consultant for your trade
  • Fast registration — no lengthy forms
  • No fees — registration is always free
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Typical Plant Operator Duties in Brighton

Excavation and earthmoving
Material handling
Lifting operations
Compaction
Grading and levelling
Demolition support

Project Types Recruiting Plant Operators in Brighton

High-value residentialCommercial and hospitality fit-outUniversity and educationRetail and leisure

Plant Operator Jobs in Brighton — FAQs

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