Roller operator

You work on infrastructure projects compacting and finishing various surfaces using different types of rollers. You are part of an asphalt crew or infrastructure team and are responsible for smooth, uniform, and safe rolling work. Depending on your experience, you will receive guidance or work independently.

• Demonstrable experience depending on the position: experience as a roller operator, shovel operator, crane operator, groundworker, roofer, or agricultural contractor as stated in the vacancy.
• For roller operator: experience with various rollers is a plus; for juniors, interest in and willingness to undergo internal training is desired.
• In possession of a VCA or willing to obtain one.
• Category B driving license preferred; for certain positions, a BE or T/CE license is an advantage.
• Able to work independently but also a team player with reliability, a sense of responsibility, and safety awareness.
• Technical insight, accuracy, and physical fitness suitable for work on construction sites and grounds.
• Specific job requirements where applicable: no fear of heights for roofing work, at least several years of experience in foreman roles, and experience with manure handling techniques for agricultural work is a plus.

• Operating various types of rollers (vibratory roller, tandem roller, rubber-tire roller) and, where requested, operating an asphalt machine.
• Compaction of sand, rubble, and asphalt layers according to project instructions and schedule.
• Performing basic checks, daily minor maintenance, and checks on the machine.
• Identifying irregularities and unsafe situations and coordinating these with the supervisor or colleagues.
• Collaborating with site managers, groundworkers, machine operators, and foremen on site.
• Execution of earthworks for cable, pipeline, and sewerage projects, including excavation, backfilling, and compaction of construction pits.
• Assisting with the installation of sheet piling, paving, and foundations, and with measuring, setting out, and checking heights and partitions.
• Laying out and maintaining gardens, paving, and planting; performing pruning, mowing, and weeding work (gardening tasks).
• Coordinating and managing roofing work, installing and replacing bitumen, EPDM, and PVC, and performing repairs and maintenance (foreman roofing duties).
• Operating shovels and cranes, performing excavation and relocation work, sorting and moving waste streams at recycling sites.
• Performing agricultural contract work such as fertilizing and harvesting, and taking care of the maintenance of agricultural equipment.

• Working in a stable, down-to-earth, and close-knit work environment with a collegial atmosphere.
• Varied projects in the region and modern, well-maintained equipment fleets.
• Opportunities for education, further training, career advancement, and internal guidance, particularly for juniors.
• Market-rate employment conditions in accordance with the applicable collective labor agreement and additional secondary employment conditions.
• Own tools, work clothing or facilities for this, and opportunities for certifications.
• Contracts range from one-year contracts with the prospect of permanent employment to full-time positions; travel allowance or a company car may be offered.
• Opportunity to work in experienced teams, with a focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation (e.g., circularity projects).
• Additional employment benefits such as a pension scheme, career advancement opportunities, fun company outings, and an end-of-year bonus may apply per client.

The clients operate within infrastructure, civil engineering, demolition, recycling, and landscaping. They create safe, tidy, and future-proof outdoor spaces for government bodies, businesses, and private individuals, and often work regionally. Characteristics include a no-nonsense culture, committed and close-knit teams, modern machinery, and a focus on sustainability, circularity, and innovation. Employers invest in training, further education, and personal development, and maintain short lines of communication.