- Control traffic passing near, in, or around work zones.
- Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
- Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
- Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
- Load, unload, or identify building
Construction plant operator | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Construction plant operators work with machinery and equipment used on building sites.
Construction plant operators typically work around 48 to 50 hours per week.
As a Construction plant operator you will typically work evenings / weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
Average salary |
29,277 GBP * |
per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Construction plant operator
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29,348 GBP
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24,991 GBP
Average salary for part-time Construction plant operator
Average salary for full-time Construction plant operator
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18,200 GBP
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18,284 GBP
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29,277 GBP
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24,991 GBP
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29,348 GBP
Salary over time for Construction plant operator
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26,057 GBP
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26,209 GBP
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26,316 GBP
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27,296 GBP
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27,964 GBP
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28,594 GBP
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29,277 GBP
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28,689 GBP
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30,284 GBP
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Construction plant operator and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
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Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
Things to highlight for your Construction plant operator interview
Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
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