Multi Skilled Operative

Tarmac; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Rewards website access

Employee Assistance helpline

Employee Communities (REACH)

Job summary

Tarmac is hiring a Multi Skilled Operative at the Hillwood Asphalt Plant, Newbridge, near Edinburgh. The role involves operating fixed or mobile plant, aiding production scheduling and ensuring materials are delivered on time.

Ideal candidates will have plant knowledge, a UK driving licence, and good communication skills, with training provided to develop supervisory capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial, factory or similar environment as an operative or labourer.
• Good communication skills and a desire to develop operative and supervisory abilities.
• Knowledge of plant and mobile plant operations.
• Full UK driving licence and IT literacy.

Responsibilities

• Operate fixed or mobile plant as part of a team to plan the mixing program.
• Maintain and replenish stocks to meet production needs and schedules.
• Assist in meeting daily/weekly production targets and ensure safety compliance.
• Carry out inspections on the plant and report defects for remedial action.
• Support maintenance regime to maximise plant availability and keep site clean.

Skills

Plant knowledge

Shovel license

UK driving licence

IT literate

Mobile plant operations

Strong communication

Tools

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Introduction

At 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.

Job Introduction

At 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 recruiting for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our amazing team at our Tarmac Hillwood Asphalt Plant, in Newbridge, near Edinburgh . This role is easily accessible from Dunfermline, Grangemouth, Kirkcaldy, Stirling, Dalkeith 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, therefore prior technical experience isn’t always necessary for success.

Main Responsibilities

Reporting directly to Plant Supervisor. Duties of the Multi Skilled Operative will include the day-to-day operations of either fixed or mobile plant . The asphalt plant operator will work with an internal team to plan the mixing program, they will ensure that stocks are maintained and replenished in good time .

Your role as an Multi Skilled Operative will include (not exhaustive):

• Mixing asphalt to specification


• Working with other members of the team to ensure that customers get good quality material and on‑time deliveries


• Weighbridge duties


• Loading shovel (mobile Plant)


• Assisting the Supervisor with meeting daily/weekly production targets


• Ensuring Plant conforms with safety requirements at all times


• Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality responsibilities


• Following Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures


• Inspections on the Plant and acting on defects and implement remedial action


• Assisting in the maintenance regime of the Plant


• Ensuring that Plant availability is maximised


• Working to keep housekeeping around site to a high standard

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the role of Multi Skilled Operative will be able to demonstrate proven experience working within an Industrial, Factory or similar environment as an operative or labourer . As well as possessing good communication skills and have a real desire in developing both operative and supervisory skills .

To succeed in this role we would expect a candidate to evidence:

• Knowledge of Plant


• Shovel License – desirable


• Good timekeeping – flexible as to the Units requirements


• Good communication skills – bringing problems to the attention of Line Management


• Previous experience in mobile Plant operations


• Full UK Driving Licence


• IT Literate

Previous experience as a Multi Skilled Operative working in an Asphalt Plant would prove highly beneficial however this is not essential as training will be given to the right candidate .

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 the Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice


• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause


• Training and development opportunities

Tarmac 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.

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Tarmac Trading Limited

Tarmac Trading Limited

Attached documents

Job Reference tarmac/TP/115/8123