Highways Road Surfacing Operative – Multi-Skilled

Tarmac; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension

Employee Discounts via Reward site

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Communities: Health & Well-Be

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Tarmac Cross Green, Leeds, is seeking a hands-on Road Surfacing Operative for our Yorkshire-wide projects. You will join a multi-skilled surfacing team, operating pavers and rollers, handling hot materials, and ensuring work complies with specifications and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have asphalt laying experience, surfacing plant tickets, and the ability to work independently or in a gang. A CSCS card and full UK driving licence are preferred. Flexible hours and locations supported.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in asphalt laying and road surfacing.
• Proven ability to operate surfacing plant with relevant plant tickets.
• Experience on larger infrastructure or motorway projects.
• CSCS card preferred; Full UK driving licence required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a gang.
• Good communication and a proactive, hands-on attitude.
• Flexible approach to hours and locations; Health, Safety, Environment and Quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate road surfacing plant and equipment including pavers and rollers.
• Work with hot coated materials in live construction and highways environments.
• Lay coated materials in line with specifications and BS tolerances.
• Perform day-to-day plant checks and basic maintenance.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards on site.
• Promote safe working practices and help maintain site compliance.
• Contribute to zero-harm safety culture and team performance.

Skills

Road surfacing experience

Plant operation tickets

CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Teamwork / Gang work

Health & Safety awareness

Communication skills

Flexible working hours/locations

Tools

Surfacing plant equipment

Job description

Tarmac Cross Green, Leeds, is seeking a hands-on Road Surfacing Operative for our Yorkshire-wide projects. You will join a multi-skilled surfacing team, operating pavers and rollers, handling hot materials, and ensuring work complies with specifications and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have asphalt laying experience, surfacing plant tickets, and the ability to work independently or in a gang. A CSCS card and full UK driving licence are preferred. Flexible hours and locations supported.