Lukasz Miklas
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Experienced Heavy Plant Operator with over 14 years of experience in a heavy civil engineering, marine construction and Offshore wind projects across UK and Europe.
Skilled in operating tracked excavators (5-55 tons), wheeled excavators (Rubber Duck), CAT D6 dozers and Fendt tractors with heavy-duty trailers on major infrastructures and offshore project.
Holds STCW Basic Safety Training, ENG1 Medical Certificate, Seaman's Book, NPORS NVQ Level 2 Excavator Operator + Lifting Ops, CSCS Card and Slinger/Signaller certification. Strong commitment to safety, precision machine operation and teamwork, with experience working to Permit-to-Work system and strict HSE standards. Seeking an long-term offshore career supporting offshore wind, subsea infrastructure, dredging and marine construction projects worldwide.
Why work with Me?
I am reliable and safety-focused Heavy Pant Operator with more then 14 years of experience. I work well under pressure, adapt quickly to challenging conditions and take pride of delivering safe, accurate and high-quality work on every project. I am a fast learner, quick to adapt new equipment, technologies and working procedures, and always eager to develop my skills and contribute to the success of the team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Offshore Excavator Operator
PZ Marine-(De Romein)DolWin4 Offshore Wind Project
Norderney, Germany
2025.10 - 2025.12
- As part of the DolWin4 Offshore Wind Export Cable Project, I work on one of Europe's major renewable energy infrastructure developments, supporting the installation of the offshore export cable at the beach landfall. Working in safety-critical environment gave me valuable experience in offshore construction, teamwork and delivering high-quality work to strict project requirements.
- Executed high-risk excavator operations in the intertidal zone (tidal flats) for the DolWin4 subsea cable landfall project.
- Safety ramped and drove heavy hybrid tracked excavators off marine barges directly onto the seabed during low ide shifts.
- Performed precision trenching, cable beaching support, and seabed preparation under strict time constraints dictated by tidal shifts.
- Managed machine stability, ground traction, and load-control in saturated, shifting marine sediments and mud flats.
- Operated tracked excavators safely and efficiently during export cable installation works.
- Supported beach landfall and marine construction activities.
- Carried out excavation, grading and trench preparation in accordance with engineering drawings.
- Assisted with trench backfilling and reinstatement works.
- Performed daily plant inspections and reported maintenance requirements.
- Fallowed permit-to-Work procedures method statements and offshore HSE standards.
- Worked closely with supervisors, engineers and construction teams to achieve project milestones safely and efficiently.
- Strictly adhered to German offshore environmental regulations and marine safety protocols.
- Operated a Fendt tractor with heave duty trailers, transporting construction materials, pipes, equipment supplies across the project site.
Heavy plant operator
Galliford Try (Hercules)
Fawley, Hampshire
2024.02 - 2025.10
- Operated excavators, loaders to complete projects on time.
- Maintained clean work area, fostering safer workplace conditions.
- Improved efficiency through regular maintenance of heavy plant machinery.
- Observed all legal load limits during transportation preventing penalties.
- Assisted in site preparation for smooth construction activities.
- Followed strict health and safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents.
- Operated variety of diggers, demonstrating versatility in machine handling.
- Ensured accurate digging depths, enhancing construction efficiency.
- Maintained clean working area, upholding health and safety standards.
- Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
- Drove construction vehicles safely for reduced site risk.
- Dug trenches and moved earth to assist groundwork preparation.
360 Heavy Plant Operator
M O`Brien Plant Hire
Winchester, Hampshire
2023.08 - 2024.01
- Working on M3 motorway using multiple large excavators digging large-scale trenches for deep drainage along with lifting heavy trench boxes
- Backfill trenches with crush and type one stone
- Lifting heavy compactor (rammex trench roller)
- Conducted routine maintenance on 360 machines for improved performance
- Navigated different terrains skilfully with 360 machines; optimised productivity in challenging conditions
- Handled complex manoeuvres using advanced operational skills; facilitated effective material moving processes
- Demonstrated proficiency in handling various attachments for different job needs
360 Operator Dozer Operator
Tru Plant Hire
Alton, Hampshire
2022.10 - 2023.07
- Fuel pipe line project between Fawley Rafinery to Heathrow Airport
- Levelling the subsoil using 25tonne Excavator move equipment and levelling topsoil
- Removed tools and machinery from job site and secured location at end of shift
- Operated 360 machines to achieve precise excavation according to project requirements.
- Attained high safety standards with diligent operation of heavy machinery.
- Operated Cat D6 to build the ramp and platforms ,levelling the ground and subsoil ,finish trimming without GPS
- Coordinated with other operators for smooth operation processes.
- Cleaned equipment, identifying potential repair and maintenance needs.
- Monitored machine output, ensuring quality control standards were met.
- Documented daily operations accurately, assisting in record keeping.
360 machine operator
Network Power Connections
Weymouth, Dorset
2022.02 - 2022.09
- Operate 5-8 tonne excavator on 400kv power substation
- Digging trenches for cables
- Clearing and grading the land
- Loading dumpers with various materials on site
- Scraping and levelling the road
- Carried out day-to-day excavator inspections
- Lifting and moving generator on site
- Moving the stall for Stall fixers
- Monitored fuel levels of machinery; prevented unexpected downtime due to fuel shortage
- Dug trenches and moved earth to assist groundwork preparation
- Operated machinery and equipment following guidelines to reduce health and safety risks.
- Identified worksite hazards and remedied or escalated to reduce risks.
360 machine operator
Trant
Hannington, Hampshire
2021.09 - 2021.12
- Using 9-13 tonne excavator preparing new road and car park
- Digging the trial holes, clearing vegetation and debris to create a level surface for construction
- Digging trenches for foundations, conduits, and drainage systems
- Breaking up concrete and other materials for removal
- Grading and levelling
- Shaping the site to required elevation and slope
- Lifting and moving materials
- Loading dumpers with multiple materials on site
- Demonstrated proficiency in handling various attachments for different job needs
- Monitored fuel levels of machinery; prevented unexpected downtime due to fuel shortage
- Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision; displayed self-reliance and responsibility towards tasks assigned.
- Operated 360 machines to achieve precise excavation according to project requirements.
- Followed plans and blueprints for accurate execution of work tasks.
- Reported equipment faults to enable timely repairs.
- Levelled earth after excavation tasks ready for construction.
- Moved large quantities of earth and gravel using type one stone equipment.
360 machine operator
Kier Construction
Fleet, Hampshire
2021.05 - 2021.08
- Operate 8 tonne excavator on 400kv power substation
- Digging the trial holes
- Digging trenches for cables and foundations
- Clearing and grading the land and preparing the site for construction
- Loading dumpers with various materials on site
- Scraping and levelling the road
- Carried out day-to-day excavator inspections
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Utilised 360 machine to dig and move earth, resulting in timely project completion.
- Monitored fuel levels of machinery; prevented unexpected downtime due to fuel shortage.
- Handled complex manoeuvres using advanced operational skills; facilitated effective material moving processes.
- Complied with health and safety regulations whilst operating heavy machinery, promoting a secure workplace atmosphere.
- Coordinated heavy lifting operations to ensure safe material handling.
- Assisted colleagues during heavy lifting operations, ensured smooth workflow.
360 machine operator
CR Cyvil Engineering
Southampton, Hampshire
2020.05 - 2021.05
- Working on the M27 Motorway on the 16 tonne Wheels Excavator
- Move materials around the site
- Digging the trench and cleaning the site
- Lift and move pipes and manholes
- Clean the middle of the road to unblock the road drainage system
- Backfilling the drainage trenches
- Monitored fuel levels of machinery; prevented unexpected downtime due to fuel shortage
- Complied with health and safety regulations whilst operating heavy machinery, promoting a secure workplace atmosphere
360 machine operator
Alpha
Southampton, Hampshire
2019.09 - 2020.04
- Followed plans and blueprints for accurate execution of work tasks using 13&22 tonne machines
- Dug trenches, foundations and moved earth ,assisting in groundworks preparations, use the braker for breaking concrete slab
- Conducted routine maintenance on 360 machines for improved performance.
- Handled complex manoeuvres using advanced operational skills; facilitated effective material moving processes.
- loading dumpers and lorries with various materials on site
- removed tools and machinery from job site at end of the shift
360 machine operator
Statom Group
Botley, Hampshire
2016.09 - 2019.08
- Operated various 360 machines on site digging foundations, services ,drainage, kerbing and edgings
- Working with ground workers
- Loadings dumpers with various materials on site
- levelling the road and car park
- Lift and move the pipes and manholes
- Levelling Top soil
- Enhanced construction efficiency by operating 360 machines with precision.
- Ensured site cleanliness, contributing to a safe working environment.
360 machine operator
DF groundworks
Andover, Hampshire
2014.10 - 2016.06
- Operate 13 tonne machine on site digging foundations, services ,drainage and instilling gullies working along with ground workers
- Loadings dumpers with various materials on site
- Concrete the foundations
- Lift and move heavy materials on site
- grading stone on the road
- Complied with health and safety regulations whilst operating heavy machinery, promoting a secure workplace atmosphere.
360 degree excavator operator
Mackoy
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2014.03 - 2014.07
- Operate 13 tonne excavator on site digging foundations, services ,drainage, kerbing and edgings
- Achieved smooth excavation processes with careful operation of 360-degree excavator.
- Loadings dumpers with various materials on site
- Lifting and moving pipes, manholes, blocks ,pallets
- Levelling Top soil
- Loading and unloading lorries
- Poring concrete to foundations trenches
- Supported project timelines by working extra hours as needed during peak periods
- Ensured optimal machine performance through regular inspections and maintenance
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Technik mechanik
Mechanical Technician
Chojnow,Poland 2005.09 - 2009.05
Skills
- Heavy Plant Operation
- Tracked Excavator (5-55 tones)
- Wheeled Excavators (Rubber Duck)
- CAT D6 Dozer Operation
- Fendt Tractor & Trailer Operation
- Offshore Construction
- Marine Construction
- Offshore Wind Projects
- Export Cable Installation
- Beach Landfall Operations
- Excavator Lifting Operations
- Material Handling
- Trench Excavation & Backlighting
- Seabed Preparation
- Deep Drainage
- Earthworks & Foundations
- Plant Inspection & Preventive Maintenance
- Construction Drawing Interpretation
- Permit-to-Work System
- HSE Compliance
Personal Information
Timeline
Offshore Excavator Operator
PZ Marine-(De Romein)DolWin4 Offshore Wind Project
2025.10 - 2025.12
Heavy plant operator
Galliford Try (Hercules)
2024.02 - 2025.10
360 Heavy Plant Operator
M O`Brien Plant Hire
2023.08 - 2024.01
360 Operator Dozer Operator
Tru Plant Hire
2022.10 - 2023.07
360 machine operator
Network Power Connections
2022.02 - 2022.09
360 machine operator
Trant
2021.09 - 2021.12
360 machine operator
Kier Construction
2021.05 - 2021.08
360 machine operator
CR Cyvil Engineering
2020.05 - 2021.05
360 machine operator
Alpha
2019.09 - 2020.04
360 machine operator
Statom Group
2016.09 - 2019.08
360 machine operator
DF groundworks
2014.10 - 2016.06
360 degree excavator operator
Mackoy
2014.03 - 2014.07
NVQ Level 2 - Technik mechanik
Mechanical Technician
2005.09 - 2009.05