Road Surfacing Operative – Manchester (Bonus & Pension)

Tarmac Trading Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to the Tarmac Reward website

Employee Assistance helpline

Employee Communities

Job summary

Tarmac Trading Limited in Manchester (North West) is seeking a Road Surfacing Operative to join our established surfacing operation. You will operate road surfacing plant, work with hot materials, and help ensure high safety and quality standards on major highways projects across Manchester and the North West.

We value hands‑on professionals with experience in asphalt laying, CSCS cards, and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in asphalt laying and road surfacing.
• Proven ability to operate surfacing plant with relevant plant tickets.
• Experience on larger infrastructure or motorway projects.
• CSCS card preferred.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a gang.
• Good communication skills and a proactive, hands on attitude.
• Flexible approach to working hours and locations.
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operating road surfacing plant and equipment such as pavers, rollers, tractors, chippers and associated machinery
• Working with hot coated materials on live construction and highways environments
• Laying coated materials in line with specifications and BS tolerances
• Carrying out day‑to‑day plant checks and basic maintenance
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards
• Playing an active role in zero harm, behavioural safety and site compliance
• Promoting safe working practices and challenging unsafe behaviours on site

Skills

Road surfacing experience

Operate surfacing plant

Communication skills

Team player / works in gang

Flexible hours & locations

Health, Safety & Quality awareness

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Surfacing plant tickets

CSCS card

Job description

Tarmac Trading Limited in Manchester (North West) is seeking a Road Surfacing Operative to join our established surfacing operation. You will operate road surfacing plant, work with hot materials, and help ensure high safety and quality standards on major highways projects across Manchester and the North West.

We value hands‑on professionals with experience in asphalt laying, CSCS cards, and a strong commitment to safety.