Amy Underwood

Real machinery.
Real experience.
A trusted voice in construction.

From operating heavy machinery on-site to creating engaging campaigns for leading construction brands, Amy Underwood brings genuine industry expertise, personality and an established audience to every collaboration.

ABOUT AMY UNDERWOOD

The Digger Girl

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TikTok

250K+

Instagram

225K+

Facebook

50K+

YouTube

Amy Underwood, better known as The Digger Girl, is a Scottish plant operator, HGV driver and construction content creator who has built her following by showing what life in the construction industry really looks like.

Growing up around her family’s construction business on the west coast of Scotland, Amy developed a passion for heavy machinery from an early age. After completing her plant operator apprenticeship at the National Construction College, where she was the only woman in her class, she went on to receive Apprentice of the Year recognition.

In 2019, Amy began documenting her working life online. What started as sharing everyday experiences operating excavators and construction machinery has grown into a major content platform, connecting manufacturers, brands and audiences with an authentic view of the industry.

Today, Amy continues to operate machinery while working with recognised brands, demonstrating equipment, attending industry events and championing opportunities for women in construction.

“I’m not a creator who picked construction as a subject – I’m an operator who started filming the work.”

TRUSTED BY LEADING BRANDS

Amy works with recognised construction equipment, workwear and technology brands, combining hands-on industry experience with engaging content that connects products with the people who use them.

Her practical knowledge allows her to showcase equipment in real-world environments, bringing authenticity and credibility to brand campaigns.

Hyundai Heavy Industries Logo
Steel Blue logo
Moasure logo
Kubota Logo
Holy logo

FEATURED COLLABORATION:

HD HYUNDAI CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

Amy’s collaboration with HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe has included machinery demonstrations and opportunities to experience the manufacturer’s European operations and A Series equipment.

Drawing on her experience as a working plant operator, Amy brings an informed perspective to content showcasing construction machinery in action.

Work With Amy Underwood

BRAND PARTNERSHIPS

Long-term ambassador partnerships and brand storytelling rooted in Amy’s day-to-day experience as a working plant operator. Suitable for equipment, tools, workwear and relevant lifestyle brands.

MACHINERY DEMONSTRATIONS

Put machinery in the hands of an experienced operator. Amy can create demonstrations, product testing, launch content and practical reviews that speak to the people who use the equipment.

EVENTS & APPEARANCES

Bring a recognisable industry voice to trade shows, machinery launches and brand activations. Amy can cover events on social media, demonstrate equipment and speak about routes into plant operation and women in construction.

CONTENT CREATION

Amy creates social-first video that combines hands-on machinery operation, site life, product integration and personality-led storytelling. Brands gain content informed by genuine experience with excavators, dumpers and HGVs.

ACHIEVEMENTS & RECOGNITION

APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR

NFB TOP 100 WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION

HD HYUNDAI AMBASSADOR

WHY BRANDS WORK WITH AMY

PR, TV, MEDIA & PUBLICATIONS

  • BBC DIY SOS (2026)
  • Earthmovers Magazine
  • The Guardian/CITB

INDUSTRY EVENTS & APPEARANCES

  • Bauma
  • ScotPlant
  • PlantWorx

Genuine on-site expertise

As a working plant operator, Amy brings first-hand industry knowledge and practical experience to every collaboration.

Established construction community

Amy has built a substantial following of machinery enthusiasts, industry professionals and people passionate about construction.

Versatile Brand Collaborations

From social-first content and machinery demonstrations to industry events and ambassador partnerships, Amy helps brands connect with relevant audiences.

Industry recognition and media experience

Her awards, media appearances and collaborations with recognised brands reinforce her credibility within the construction industry.

AMY’S CONTENT IN ACTION

See how Amy combines hands-on construction experience, industry knowledge and engaging storytelling across machinery demonstrations, brand collaborations and events.

“Some of my most interesting experiences include getting access to HD Hyundai’s European operations and their A Series machines, covering Bauma, competing in the PlantWorx Operator Challenge, ScotPlant, and contributing time and machinery to DIY SOS.”

FAQ

Amy Underwood, better known as The Digger Girl, is a Scottish plant operator, HGV driver and construction content creator based on Scotland’s west coast. Working in her family’s construction business, Amy combines hands-on experience operating heavy machinery with creating engaging content that showcases the realities of working in construction. Since launching The Digger Girl in 2019, she has built a substantial social media following and become a recognised voice within the industry.

Amy grew up around her family’s construction business, developing an interest in heavy machinery from an early age. She went on to complete an apprenticeship at the National Construction College in 2012–2013, where she gained practical training in plant operation and was recognised as Plant Operative Apprentice of the Year. Since then, she has continued working in construction, developing her machinery operating skills while building her career as a content creator.

Amy has hands-on experience operating a range of heavy construction machinery, including excavators and dumpers. She also holds an HGV licence and has experience working across construction sites and civil engineering projects. Her practical knowledge allows her to demonstrate machinery, test equipment and create content from the perspective of someone who uses construction equipment in real working environments.
Amy has worked with a range of recognised construction, machinery, workwear and technology brands, including HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe, Kubota, Steelwrist, Hammerglass, Steel Blue, Moasure, KRAMP, Quad Lock and HOLY. Her collaborations include machinery demonstrations, product testing, brand partnerships and content creation, drawing on her experience as a working plant operator.
Amy is a passionate advocate for women pursuing careers in construction and plant operation. Through The Digger Girl, she challenges traditional perceptions of the industry by sharing her everyday experiences operating heavy machinery and demonstrating the opportunities available to women.

Her contribution has been recognised through her inclusion in the National Federation of Builders’ Top 100 Women in Construction. Amy also uses her platform and industry appearances to encourage more women to consider careers in construction and skilled trades.

Brands can book Amy Underwood through Driven Talent for a range of commercial opportunities, including brand ambassadorships, construction content creation, machinery demonstrations, product testing, equipment launches and industry events.

Amy is also available for speaking engagements covering women in construction, careers in plant operation and her experiences within the industry. To discuss a potential collaboration, contact Driven Talent with details of your campaign, event or partnership requirements.

Put genuine construction expertise at the heart of your next campaign.

Work with a construction creator who knows the industry from the inside. Amy combines practical machinery knowledge, engaging on-camera delivery and an established community to help brands create content that resonates with the people who use their products.

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