Excavator operator

We offer:

• employment under Icelandic conditions – Icelandic Employer (not on delegation)
• attractive salary of 534,054 ISK net (approx. 3,760 EUR*/monthly net) – based on 173.33 hours and 29 overtime hours – already after deducting accommodation costs, taxation, and social security contributions
• accommodation organized by the Employer
• work clothing provided
• the cost of the flight ticket and transfer from the airport is covered by the Employee
• fast recruitment process – formalities completed in as little as 2 days!
• full social benefits
• contributions and taxes paid in Iceland by the Employer
• possibility of working overtime
• opportunity for professional development and long-term cooperation
• support from our Consultants in coordinating employment
• respected right to vacation
• our services are free of charge (including translation and professional preparation of CV in English for recruitment purposes)

   

*exchange rate as of 10.03.2026 ISK/EUR, the rate is provided for better comparison. Salary will be paid in ISK (Icelandic króna).

The main responsibilities of the employed person include:

• installing underground infrastructure, including electrical cables, high-voltage lines, and sewer pipes
• operating tracked and wheeled excavators
• performing tasks related to surface finishing, such as laying surfaces (e.g., cobblestones or asphalt)
• assisting with general construction work
• cleaning up the construction site

Requirements:

• communicative / good knowledge of English (allowing for communication in the workplace)
• min. 2 years of experience in operating excavators
• experience in underground installation work (such as sewer pipes, high-voltage cables)
• current excavator operating license
• category B driving license
• certificate of no criminal record
• orientation towards long-term cooperation

The abbreviation “m / f / n” is for informational purposes only and indicates that the advertisement is addressed to all individuals, regardless of their gender identity, including men, women, and non-binary individuals. The order of the used designations is random, does not constitute a differentiating criterion, and does not affect the evaluation of candidates or the course and outcome of the recruitment process. The recruitment process is conducted with respect for the principle of equal treatment and non-discrimination.