Higher Apprentice - Operations Management

Tarmac Trading Limited; Ruthin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction materials company is looking for an Apprentice Operative to join their team in road surfacing. This hands-on role provides essential training on projects ranging from highways to car parks, emphasizing safety and teamwork. No prior experience is necessary, but candidates should have GCSE Maths and English at pass grade. The company offers competitive benefits like enhanced holidays and a contributory pension scheme while committing to employee development and career growth.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development tailored to goals

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed, but a strong commitment to safety required.
• Must have the ability to travel to college.

Responsibilities

• Gain understanding of road surfacing and construction materials.
• Develop skills in operating mobile plant equipment.
• Participate in safety briefings and risk assessments.
• Liaise with customers to maintain safety on site.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Commitment to safety

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE Maths and English at pass grade

Road Surfacing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship

Job description

Build the roads that keep Britain moving! Join Tarmac as an Apprentice Operative in road surfacing and सिर्फार्थ‑start a hands‑on career where you'll learn essential skills, work on real projects, and help keep Britain moving. As an Apprentice Operative in road surfacing, you will be part of a professional team, gaining hands‑on experience on projects ranging from major highways and motorways to airfields, car parks, and residential streets. This is a gang role where you'll be picked up and work regionally across different sites.

What you'll be doing

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of road surfacing, construction materials, and processesaird.
• Develop skills in operating mobile plant equipment.
• Participate actively in safety briefings and risk assessments, suggesting ways to reduce safety risks.
• Display a proactive attitude towards health and safety, reporting near misses and unsafe behaviours.
• Liaise effectively with customers and the general public to maintain a high level of safety on site.

Life on site

• You will work both inside and outside, sometimes in a dusty or confined environment. Your health and safety are our number one priority and full protective clothing is provided. Your colleagues are also there to help and look out for you, as safety is everyone’s responsibility.
• We welcome people from all backgrounds – no prior experience needed.

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English ( מנהק equivalent )ياتي at pass grade. However, we can support you gain the qualifications you need as part of your apprenticeship so don’t worry.
• Ability to travel to college.

Desirable

• Strong commitment to working safely and responsibly – safety is at the heart of everything we do.
• True team player with great communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.
• Pride in your work and the motivation to succeed and make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Road Surfacing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship.
• You will need to travel to the National Skills and Safety Park in Macclesfield NG20 9JF. The course will be delivered in block release, so accommodation and travel expenses will be provided.

Benefits

• Enhanced holiday entitlement.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Exclusive discounts via the Tarmac Reward website.
• Free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance helpline.
• Inclusive employee communities – REACH (Religious, Ethnic and Cultural Heritage), LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, and Female Voice.
• Training and development tailored to your goals.

At Tarmac, we believe in building more than just roads and infrastructure‑we build careers. As the UK's largest construction materials company, we offer exciting early career opportunities that fit your lifestyle, whether you’re on‑site, in the office, or a mix of both. Join us to earn, learn, and grow while helping shape a more sustainable future. We’re committed to your development and wellbeing bula offering a supportive environment where you can thrive.