Plant & Machine Operator Hire Services

NQIS provides professional machine operator hire services across the UK, supplying fully trained, competent operatives for industrial, quarrying, waste-to-energy and construction environments.

Whether you require a B1 & B2 forklift driver, IPAF-trained operator, telehandler driver, dumper driver (rigid or articulated), or bobcat operator, we deliver reliable personnel who integrate seamlessly with your site team and help keep operations running safely and efficiently.

Our Machine Operator Hire Service

Machine operator hire is the provision of qualified, licensed personnel to safely operate specialist plant and equipment on your site. Clients typically come to us when:

• A job requires specific machinery or licensed operators
• Internal resource is unavailable or insufficient
• Additional support is needed during shutdowns, maintenance or peak demand
• Short-notice cover is required for urgent or reactive works

NQIS provides a flexible solution:

• Operator-only hire – where you supply the machinery
• Operator with machine – where we source and supply both
• Fully managed works – where we quote and deliver the job in full
• Note: Specialist equipment such as DISAB vacuum units or gyro whip systems are always supplied with NQIS operatives

Our Operator Capability

We supply trained operatives across a range of plant and access equipment, including:

• B1 & B2 Forklift Truck (FLT) Drivers
• IPAF Trained Operators (MEWPs and access platforms)
• Telehandler Operators
• Dumper Drivers (Rigid and Articulated)
• Bobcat / Skid Steer Operators

Our teams are multi-skilled wherever possible, allowing us to respond quickly and efficiently to changing site requirements.

How Our Service Works

Our approach follows the same structured, responsive model used across all NQIS services:

Initial Enquiry

We discuss your requirements, site conditions and timescales.

Booking & Scheduling

Operators and/or machinery are allocated based on availability and suitability.

Site Assessment (if required)

For larger or more complex works, we carry out a site visit to confirm scope and access.

Mobilisation

Operatives arrive on site fully equipped, inducted and ready to work.

On-Site Delivery

Work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with site procedures.

Completion

Support can be provided on a short-term, long-term or call-out basis depending on your needs.

Safety, Compliance & Training

Safety is central to all NQIS operations.

All machine operators are:

• Fully trained and certified for their specific equipment
• Experienced in high-risk industrial environments
• Competent in working under permit systems and site procedures

Our teams hold a wide range of qualifications, including:

• IPAF
• NPORS & MPQC / MPConnect
• Telehandler, Dumper, Excavator & Bobcat licences
• B1 & B2 Forklift Truck licences
• Confined Space (Medium Risk)
• Working at Height
• Manual Handling & Abrasive Wheels
• Site Safety Awareness
• Class 1 & 2 HGV (where required)

All works are carried out in line with HSE regulations, workplace legislation and ISO-aligned procedures, following strict PPE, induction and permit requirements.

Types of Sites We Support

We supply machine operators across a wide range of industrial and commercial environments, including:

• Quarries and aggregate processing sites
• Waste-to-Energy (WTE) and Energy-from-Waste (EFW) facilities
• Power generation plants
• Mobile asphalt plants
• Factories and manufacturing facilities
• Commercial and office sites

Why Choose NQIS for Machine Operator Hire?

• Fully trained and certified plant operators
• Flexible hire options – operator only or with machinery
• Fast response for urgent and last-minute requirements
• Experience across high-risk industrial environments
• Strong safety culture and compliance standards
• Reliable support for both short-term and long-term needs

We focus on providing competent personnel, safe delivery and minimal disruption, ensuring your operations continue without delay.