Duerden Earthworks

19/07/2026

🚨 NOW AVAILABLE FOR HIRE 🚨

Our brand new CAT 301.6 1.6T excavator has arrived and is ready to go straight to work.

Built for performance and packed with the latest safety features, this top-spec machine is perfect for everything from landscaping and utilities to groundwork and tight access projects.

✅ Full safety specification as standard
✅ Zero tail swing
✅ Hydraulic expandable tracks
✅ LED work lights & 360° beacon
✅ Reversing camera & comfort cab
✅ Short or long-term hire available

Whether you need reliable equipment for a day, a week or a long-term project, we've got you covered.

📞 Book today: 01229 472 600
Duerden Plant Hire – Quality equipment. Competitive rates. Reliable service.

21/06/2026

⛏️ Progress at Furness Brick & Tile Quarry ⛏️

Our team has been hard at work supporting operations at Furness Brick & Tile Quarry, delivering efficient and reliable earthworks and extraction services to keep production moving.

From overburden removal and haul road maintenance to material handling and site support, we're proud to play our part in supplying the raw materials that have been at the heart of local industry for generations.

With a focus on safety, efficiency and quality, our operators and fleet continue to deliver dependable results every day.

Proud to support another valued client and showcase the capability of the Duerden Group team.

14/06/2026

🚧 Progress on Site – Grizebeck-in-Furness Bypass 🚧

A great view across site as works continue to move forward at the new bypass development in Grizebeck-in-Furness.

Working alongside a valued client, our team has been busy carrying out kerbing and groundwork operations, helping to keep momentum on another important infrastructure project.

Proud to see the Duerden Earthworks fleet and crews delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality work while building strong partnerships that deliver lasting results.

19/05/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING – HGV OPERATOR / PLANT OPERATIVE 🚨

Due to continued growth and new ongoing contracts, Duerden Group is looking to recruit an experienced HGV Operator to join our growing team across Cumbria & the North West.
This is a varied role with the opportunity to operate a range of plant and machinery alongside HGV driving duties.

🔴 The Role Includes:
✅ Driving versus HGV's
✅ Transporting plant, aggregates & materials to sites
✅ Assisting site teams when required
✅ Opportunity to operate plant & machinery
✅ Working across groundwork, civil engineering & haulage projects
✅ Maintaining vehicles, plant & daily safety checks

🔴 Requirements:
✔ Valid HGV Licence (Class 1 or 2 preferred)
✔ CPC & Digital Tachograph Card
✔ Full UK Driving Licence
✔ Experience within construction / groundwork environments advantageous
✔ Reliable, hardworking & professional attitude
✔ Willingness to learn and work as part of a team

🔴 What We Offer:
• excellent rates of pay
• Long-term ongoing work
• Opportunity to progress within a growing business
• Varied role across multiple sectors
• Supportive family-run team environment

📍 Cumbria & North West
📞 Call or message: 07423 457444
📩 Or message the page directly to apply.

16/05/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING – OFFICE / COMMERCIAL TEAM 🚨

Due to continued growth at Duerden Group⁠ we are looking to expand our office and commercial team.

We are currently looking for motivated individuals to support various areas of the business, including:

✅ General Administration
✅ QS / Commercial Assistance
✅ Sales & Customer Support for Plant Hire, Aggregates & Concrete

These positions may suit both experienced applicants and trainees looking to build a long-term career within the construction industry. Responsibilities and roles can be adapted depending on experience and strengths.
Successful applicants will work alongside and shadow experienced members of our team, offering a great opportunity to learn, develop and progress within a growing business.
We are looking for people with:

✔ Passion & ambition
✔ Strong communication skills
✔ Confidence & people skills
✔ A professional attitude
✔ Drive & willingness to learn
✔ Good organisation and teamwork

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing family-run business working across civil engineering, groundworks, plant hire, concrete, haulage and development projects throughout Cumbria & the North West.

📍 Cumbria & North West
📩 To apply or enquire, please contact through our careers page at www.Duerdengroup.com or message the page directly we look forward to hearing from you.

26/04/2026

🛠️ Recent Project Completed – School Safety Improvements 🛠️

We recently completed repair works at a local school, rebuilding a damaged wall and installing new protective steel crash barriers to help prevent future damage.

The upgraded protection not only safeguards the surrounding structure but also creates a safer environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Projects like this are a great example of practical civil engineering solutions that improve long-term durability while prioritising safety.
Proud to support local schools with reliable, high-quality workmanship.

08/04/2026