Multi-Skilled Surfacing Operative – Plant & Site Ops

Tarmac; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to rewards website

Employee Assistance helpline

Employee Communities

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Tarmac is seeking a Surfacing Multi Skilled Operative to support highway projects across London, operating surfacing plant, transporting materials and assisting site teams to keep programmes on track.

The role requires CSCS, CPCS Plant Operator, full UK driving licence and a proactive, safety-conscious approach. We offer a bonus scheme, enhanced holiday entitlement, a contributory pension and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience within the asphalt, surfacing, highways or civil engineering industry.
• Practical experience laying asphalt materials and supporting surfacing operations.
• A good understanding of site Health & Safety requirements and safe systems of work.
• Experience operating plant and machinery associated with surfacing activities.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work effectively within a team environment.
• A flexible approach to working patterns, including days, nights and occasional weekends.
• Excellent time management and a proactive attitude to problem solving.
• A commitment to delivering high standards of workmanship and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Supporting surfacing activities and working with the wider site team to deliver planned programmes of work.
• Operating surfacing and construction plant, including pavers, rollers and other associated equipment.
• Assisting in the achievement of daily and weekly production targets.
• Ensuring materials, equipment and site resources are available and maintained to support operations.
• Carrying out vehicle and plant inspections, reporting defects and supporting remedial actions.
• Delivering materials and equipment between depots and operational sites.
• Removing spoil and supporting site logistics activities.
• Contributing to winter maintenance operations when required.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, quality and customer service.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, customers and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Following all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures and promoting a zero-harm culture.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and helping maintain a safe and compliant working environment.

Skills

Experience in surfacing/highways

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Communication skills

Flexible working patterns

Problem solving

Education

CSCS Card

CPCS Plant Operator qualification

Full UK Driving Licence

Manual Handling certification

Tools

HIAB experience

Grab experience

First Aid qualification

Mental Health First Aid qualification

Current Fit for Work assessment

Winter maintenance experience

Job description

Tarmac is seeking a Surfacing Multi Skilled Operative to support highway projects across London, operating surfacing plant, transporting materials and assisting site teams to keep programmes on track.

The role requires CSCS, CPCS Plant Operator, full UK driving licence and a proactive, safety-conscious approach. We offer a bonus scheme, enhanced holiday entitlement, a contributory pension and development opportunities.