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SPMT Operator

Mammoet

Schiedam
Full Time
Posted on: June 9 2026
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

  • SPMT Operator for heavylift and transport projects
  • Salary £16.00-£30.00 per hour depending on experience and tickets held. OTE £65,000-£100,000 per year depending on overtime/allowances. 
  • Working across the UK on Mammoet project sites

Every day around the world, Mammoet’s fleet of SPMTs help to move forward some of the most high profile and complex engineering projects. Our Self‑Propelled Modular Transporter (SPMT) fleet plays a critical role in delivering these projects safely and efficiently, and as an SPMT operator, you’ll be the one making this happen

Reporting to the Operations Manager, all positions are permanent. We are open to receiving applications from candidates based throughout the UK.

Please note, on occasion you may be required to attend our Teesside and/or Hixon Depot.

These roles are specifically for applicants with experience working with SPMT's. We are not looking for any Trainee's at this time. 

We are looking for candidates who are looking to secure a long-term, permanent career with Mammoet. We invest heavily in the training and development of our staff in order to help them progress therefore longevity is incredibly important to us. 

Travel throughout the UK on projects will be required. 


WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

  • SPMT Preparation — Conduct loading, unloading, assembly, and disassembly of Scheuerle SPMTs and associated auxiliary equipment on UK projects
  • Equipment Operation — Operate SPMT units in accordance with technical standards, operational procedures, and project-specific instructions
  • Load Transport Execution — Perform controlled movement of loads in alignment with project requirements and safety parameters on projects around the UK
  • Maintenance Activities — Carry out routine and preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and operational readiness
  • Safety Compliance — Adhere to all Mammoet safety policies, procedures, and reporting requirements to maintain a safe working environment

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

  • Operational Background — Demonstrated professional experience in transport operations, rigging, and heavy equipment handling
  • Technical Competence — Foundational knowledge of arithmetic, hydraulics, mechanical systems, and electrical schematics ,full UK driving licence.
  • Communication Skills — Strong communication abilities and situational awareness in dynamic operational environments
  • Language Requirements — Basic proficiency in verbal and written English
  • Safety Certification — Completion of safety training and certification in accordance with Mammoet standards (safety passport)
  • Industry Experience — Prior experience operating Scheuerle SPMTs in sectors such as civil engineering, construction, renewables, oil and gas, offshore, ports, or mining
  • SPMT Experience — Minimum of three years’ relevant experience in a technical or transport environment, including direct operation of Scheuerle SPMTs

WHAT YOU’LL GET

  • Salary from £16.00 - £30.00 per hour depending on experience and tickets held (plus overnight allowance and overtime rates)
  • 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays
  • Buy and sell holiday scheme
  • All PPE and workwear provided
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
  • Employee wellbeing programme with EAP and counselling available
  • Life assurance
  • Company pension
  • Access to high street savings and discounts plus more on our online platform!

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

  • Get in touch – email gemma.routledge@mammoet.com
  • Take a look at mammoet.com
  • All applications must be made online via our recruitment portal, any applications sent by e-mail will not be considered further
  • We value the time and effort of all applicants. Please note that if you have applied for this position within the past six months, your application will not be reconsidered on this occasion.

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About Mammoet
Mammoet logo

Mammoth

Smarter Safer Stronger

Mammoet offers solutions for every heavy lifting or transport challenge. We strive for long-term relationships with our customers to understand the challenges within their markets. By working closely with our partners, we achieve the most efficient and cost-effective approach. Customers trust us to help them achieve feats once considered impossible. And we've often broken records in the process.

Some dream about a future that is Smarter, Safer and Stronger. We actually build it.

Mammoet is a leading global company. We lift, transport, install, and dismantle objects, from dormers to wind turbines and from bridge components to petrochemical columns. We do this in ports and construction, but also in the petrochemical, energy, and offshore sectors. We operate an impressive fleet of machinery. 

Customers know we can deliver results that often seem impossible. That's because, through our extensive global experience, we've built up extensive technical expertise. We're known for the quality we deliver and the high safety standards we adhere to. We've made the impossible possible more than once.

We work hard with 7,000 like-minded colleagues. We're a proud club, and you can be a part of it. You're welcome. Together we make a difference!

Your career: always evolving

Our employees deliver the quality Mammoet is known for. That's why we're always working on their development, expanding their knowledge and skills in the field.  
 
Moreover, there are always opportunities for growth. You'll need to bring motivation and ambition. We'll train you at our own Academy. You can, for example, train to become a crane operator. It's up to you. Management positions? If you're interested, there's a path. Close to home, but also internationally if you prefer.

Together we make the difference

At Mammoet, we work together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. We work hard with loyal colleagues. We're a team that strives to grow every day. If you want to make the impossible possible with us, you're welcome. Together, we make a difference!

“Some dream about a future that is Smarter, Safer and Stronger. We actually build it. ”

Facts about

  • Number of employees: 7,000

  • Sector: Civil, Services, Energy, Offshore, Oil & Gas, Wind

  • Required education level: Pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO), Intermediate vocational education (MBO), Higher professional education (HBO), University Bachelor's degree (WO), University Master's degree (WO)

  • Career stage: Student, Entry-level (<3 years), Young professional (3-5 years), Professional (5-10 years), Senior professional (>10 years)

  • Required education: Technical