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Still one of the best parts of the whole job!
Getting out on the ground, walking the hill and scoping out new projects. Away from the desk, the spreadsheets and the ringing phone for a while.
Being on the hill is where it all started and it’s something we’ll never lose our enthusiasm for at Taiga Upland. Scotland’s wild places are where our teams work every day.
This fence has clearly seen better days, but that’s where we come in.
Taking the time to walk a job properly is hugely important. It allows us to understand the challenges, the access, the logistics and where we can bring the most value to a project.
If you ask Taiga Upland for a price, it won’t be guessed from behind a screen. We’ll take the time to understand the job and price it properly, responsibly and accurately.
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You’re a top-level excavator operator.
You know what you’re doing in the forest and on the hill.
You work to a high standard and take your craft seriously.
At Taiga Upland we operate modern excavators across large-scale peatland restoration, forestry ground preparation and infrastructure projects throughout Scotland.
We are building a professional team of operators who take pride in their work and expect the same standards from the company they work for.
Top-level machines.
Top rates.
No drama.
A team that has your back.
If you’re an experienced operator looking to work with a serious contractor delivering some of the most interesting upland projects in Scotland, we’d be glad to hear from you.``
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Our specialist low ground pressure excavators arriving on a windfarm site in Ayrshire!
This type of work represents an exciting step forward for Taiga Upland as we continue to expand into the energy, renewables and infrastructure sectors.
Although many people know us through forestry and environmental restoration work, the skills behind those operations translate naturally into this environment. Working in remote landscapes, dealing with sensitive ground conditions and delivering safely in challenging terrain is something our teams do every day.
By investing in specialist machinery, strong operators and disciplined planning, we are building the capability to support large scale infrastructure and renewable energy projects across Scotland.
At the centre of it all are the values that define our business. Hard work, integrity and humility. Turning up prepared, working collaboratively and delivering work properly the first time.
The energy sector will play a huge role in Scotland’s future and we are proud to support it with the same professionalism and standards we bring to every project.
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Over the past year we’ve been working hard behind the scenes on a digital transformation project led by Otto Sanderson, our Business Support and Systems Manager!
We’re now starting to see those systems making a real difference on a practical level.
One new system allows our team to log faults and breakdowns quickly from site. The information feeds straight through to a live dashboard in the workshop where issues can be seen and dealt with immediately.
The benefits are already obvious. Better organisation, clearer communication, faster reaction times and less downtime across the fleet. Most importantly, nothing slips through the cracks.
As the business grows, good systems will be key to how we scale while maintaining the quality standards we’re known for.
It’s great to see these systems in place and even better to see the team embracing them.
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At Taiga Upland we work in some of Scotland’s most spectacular landscapes delivering large-scale projects including peatland restoration, woodland creation, forestry ground preparation, fencing and infrastructure works.
Our work takes us into remote upland environments where strong teams, good equipment and the right attitude make all the difference.
As the business continues to grow we are always interested in hearing from people who would like to be part of the team.
Opportunities may include roles in:
Excavator operators
Fencing operatives
Hand workers
If you enjoy practical outdoor work and take pride in doing the job properly, we would be glad to hear from you.
Send us a message or get in touch if you would like to learn more about working with Taiga Upland.
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