Mobile Plant Operator & Weighbridge Specialist

Tarmac Trading Limited; Elstow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Employee helpline

Job summary

Tarmac is recruiting a Multi Skilled Operative/Weighbridge for our Elstow asphalt plant near Bedford. You will operate mobile plant, help ensure on-time deliveries and support production targets, while following SHE policies and safety standards.

The role is shift-based with overtime to meet production needs. We value IT literacy, reliable timekeeping, a driving licence, and willingness to learn in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Plant operations and processes.
• IT literate with basic software skills.
• Shovel license is highly desirable.
• Excellent timekeeping and reliability.
• Clear communication and escalation to Line Management.
• Experience with mobile plant operations.
• Full UK driving licence with <= 6 penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Operating Mobile Plant on site.
• Work with team to ensure good quality material and on-time deliveries.
• Assist the Supervisor with meeting daily/weekly production targets.
• Follow SHE policies and procedures.
• Ensure Plant conforms with safety requirements at all times.
• Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality responsibilities.
• Inspections on the plant and address defects; implement remedial action.
• Maximise plant availability and maintain high housekeeping.
• Training will be provided to the right candidate.

Skills

Plant knowledge

IT literacy

Shovel license

Timekeeping

Communication

Mobile plant experience

Driving licence

Job description

Tarmac is recruiting a Multi Skilled Operative/Weighbridge for our Elstow asphalt plant near Bedford. You will operate mobile plant, help ensure on-time deliveries and support production targets, while following SHE policies and safety standards.

The role is shift-based with overtime to meet production needs. We value IT literacy, reliable timekeeping, a driving licence, and willingness to learn in a dynamic, inclusive environment.