Multi Skilled Operative

Tarmac Trading Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to Employee Assistance helpline

Job summary

Tarmac is recruiting a Multi Skilled Operative for Stancombe Quarry and Asphalt Plant in Flax Bourton, Bristol. You will operate fixed or mobile plant, work with a team to plan the mixing program and ensure on-time deliveries while maintaining stock levels and site safety.

The ideal candidate will have industrial experience, strong communication skills, and a drive to develop supervisory abilities. Full UK driving licence required; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial, factory or similar environments as an operative or labourer.
• Shovel and dump truck licences are desirable.
• Be flexible and able to work as part of a multi-skilled team.
• Self-motivated with ability to motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Operate fixed or mobile plant and assist in planning the mixing program.
• Ensure stock levels are maintained and replenished in good time.
• Maintain safety, health, environmental and quality standards on site.
• Support supervisors to meet daily/weekly production targets.
• Assist in plant inspections and maintenance as needed.

Skills

Plant knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Timekeeping

Licence - Shovel/Dump Truck

UK Driving Licence

Job description

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 Operativeto join our amazing team at our Tarmac Stancombe Quarry and Asphalt Plant, which is located in Flax Bourton, Bristol. This role is commutable from Weston‑Super‑Mare, Bristol, Chepstow, Newport, Cardiff, Gloucester 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.

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

Role Responsibility

• Working with other members of the team to ensure that customers get good quality material and on-time deliveries
• Operation of the mobile plant including rigid and articulated dump trucks and 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 and ideally possess previous experience in quarry or mobile Plant operations
• Shovel and dump truck Licence – desirable
• Be flexible and able to work as part of an effective Multi‑Skilled Operative team
• Be self motivated and able to motivate other colleagues in the team
• Good timekeeping – flexible as to the Units requirements
• Good communication skills – bringing problems to the attention of Line Management
• Full UK Driving Licence
• IT Literate
• Previous experience as a Multi Skilled Operative working in a quarry 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 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 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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