Asphalt Surfacing Crew / Gang

Toppesfield; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Family focused policies

Training and development opportunities

People first initiatives

Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)

Performance bonus

Employee referral scheme

Employee volunteering programme

Supportive culture

Job summary

Toppesfield in Birmingham is seeking experienced Machine Lay Surfacing Gangs and Asphalt Operatives to join our Site Operations team as we deliver high-quality projects across highways, aviation, commercial and major infrastructure.

You will work with a Foreman, Plant Operators and Asphalt Operatives to deliver surfacing works safely and to a high standard; CSCS card, plant operator tickets and a full UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• Valid CSCS card is required.
• Plant operator tickets relevant to the role.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.
• Proven experience in asphalt surfacing.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Good communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Delivering machine and hand lay surfacing across a variety of projects
• Laying, levelling and compacting asphalt materials
• Operating paving and compacting equipment safely and effectively
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality
• Working to daily programmes and production targets
• Following Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) procedures

Skills

CSCS card

Plant operator tickets

UK driving licence

Asphalt surfacing experience

Health and safety awareness

Communication skills

Job description

Toppesfield isn’t just about asphalt surfacing; it’s about our ToppTeam. Over the last two decades, we have grown into one of the UK’s leading surfacing contractors, working with customers across a wide range of sectors to improve infrastructure, enhance safety, and create lasting value for communities.

As we’ve grown, so has our ambition. Through continuous improvement and a desire to do things differently we’ve expanded our reach across the UK, creating over 350 employment opportunities, establishing a network of depots nationwide and delivering projects across a wide range of sectors.

But our success isn't just about numbers; it’s about our incredible team and our shared commitment to excellence.

If you’re looking to be part of a company that values its people, promotes collaboration, and sets the industry standard, Toppesfield is your destination. Come be a part of our success story.

Role Description

Due to the continued growth of our business, we’re looking for experienced and motivated Machine Lay Surfacing Gangs and Asphalt Operatives to join our Site Operations team in Birmingham, as we deliver high-quality projects across a variety of sectors, including highways, aviation, commercial and major infrastructure.

As a member of a surfacing gang, you will work as part of a skilled team consisting of a Foreman, Plant Operators and Asphalt Operatives, and play a key role in delivering asphalt surfacing works safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities

• Delivering machine and hand lay surfacing across a variety of projects
• Laying, levelling and compacting asphalt materials
• Operating paving and compacting equipment safely and effectively
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality
• Working to daily programmes and production targets
• Following Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) procedures

Ideal candidates will have:

• Valid CSCS card
• Relevant plant operator tickets
• Full UK driving licence (preferred)
• Proven experience in asphalt surfacing
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Good communication skills

Why join Toppesfield?

We’re proud to be a people first business, and in addition to a competitive salary, we’re pleased to offer:

• Generous annual leave: 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays, annual leave buy and sell scheme, and years’ service entitlement increase
• Family focused policies: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Training and development opportunities: for continued career development
• People first initiatives: cycle to work scheme, birthday bonus, discount portal, saving scheme, life assurance and company social events
• Employee Assistant Programme (EAP): access to support services for personal and professional wellbeing
• Performance bonus: eligibility for performance-based bonuses
• Employee referral scheme: earn rewards for referring new team members
• Employee volunteering programme: opportunities to give back to the communities we work in
• Supportive culture: a collaborative working environment with opportunities for progression

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