Multi Skilled Operative

Tarmac Trading Limited; Elgin; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension

Job summary

Tarmac Cloddach Sand & Gravel Quarry, Elgin, near Inverness, is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative to join our team. You will operate loaders and static plant, assist with maintenance, and help drive plant optimisation while delivering quality aggregates.

Ideal candidates will have experience in aggregates or industrial environments, good communication skills, and an eagerness to develop supervisory abilities in a collaborative, safety-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aggregates or industrial environments as an operative or labourer.
• Good communication skills and desire to develop supervisory capabilities.
• Knowledge of safety, risk assessments and SSOW/HIRA practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate loading shovels and other static plant equipment.
• Carry out day-to-day maintenance and housekeeping of the static plant.
• Assist with plant optimisation and training on static plant operations.
• Help ensure on-time deliveries and high-quality material.
• Work collaboratively with team to maintain safety standards.

Skills

Loader operator

Static plant operator

Forklift operation

Driving licence

Job description

# Multi Skilled Operative### Job IntroductionAt Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. We are currently looking for a **Multi Skilled Operative** to join our friendly team based at Tarmac Cloddach Sand & Gravel Quarry, Elgin, near Inverness. The key element of this role is loader operator/ static plant operator and the site is easily accessible from Elgin, Forres, Kinloss, Lossiemouth and the surrounding areas.Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds. **Main Responsibilities**Reporting to the Section Manager the role of **Multi Skilled Operative** is part of a key team of Operatives producing dry aggregates material for the construction industry. As well as delivering best in class Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality performance for our Plant operations, as **Multi Skilled Operative**you will specifically focus on operational tasks including: * Working with aggregates on site and operating machinery (including dumpers, loading shovels, forklift and blocking operation)* Day to day maintenance of the static plant, maintaining the highest levels of housekeeping* Training and operation on static plant operations to help drive plant optimisation* Working with other members of the team to ensure that customers get good quality material and on-time deliveries* Loading shovel (mobile Plant) – preferred but not essential* Maintaining and driving a culture of zero harm and behavioural safety* Compliance and awareness Health and Safety measure around the site* Additional duties may be required but full training provided **The Ideal Candidate**Suitable candidates for the role **Multi Skilled Operative** will be able to demonstrate proven experience preferably working within a similar aggregates environment or an Industrial or Factory environment as an operative or labourer. You will also possess good communication skills and have a real desire in developing both operative and supervisory skills. As part of an operational team, candidates for the role of **Multi Skilled Operative** will also: * Have knowledge of the industry, Plant and ideally of quarrying* Previous experience as loader operator/ static plant operator preferred* Be flexible and able to work as part of an effective Quarry Operative team* Be self motivated and able to motivate other colleagues in the team* Have knowledge of Risk Assessments within role of operative* Have knowledge of SSOW (HIRA) and Permit systems (preferred but not essential)* Be compliant and engage with company policies, targets, goals and standards* Good timekeeping* Flexible working approach* Good communication skills* Full UK Driving Licence* Be IT literate* Shovel Licence – preferred but not essential**Why Tarmac**We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:* Bonus scheme* Enhanced holiday entitlement* Contributory pension scheme* Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.* Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice* Access to our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you. Our three Employee Communities are: Health and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Identity, Personal Growth and Development* Training and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‐friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.Ready to build your future? Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!