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Job Introduction
Multi Skilled Operative
Harden Quarry, Biddlestone near Rothbury, Morpeth, Northumberland
Looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same?
Do you enjoy working outdoors, operating heavy plant, solving problems, and being part of a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently? If you're motivated, reliable, and looking to build a long-term career in a successful industry then this could be the role for you!
We're looking for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our team at Harden Quarry in Biddlestone, near Rothbury, Northumberland. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in quarrying, construction, manufacturing, industrial operations, plant operation, labouring, or similar environments who wants to develop their skills and progress their career.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Multi Skilled Operative, you'll play a key role in the production of high-quality aggregates that support major construction and infrastructure projects across the region. Your responsibilities will include:
- Operating mobile plant, including Loading Shovels, Excavators and Mobile Crushers
- Supporting the safe and efficient production of aggregates
- Conducting routine plant inspections and day-to-day maintenance
- Training and operating static plant equipment to optimise production performance
- Carrying out weighbridge duties where required
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure customer orders are delivered on time and to specification
- Supporting the achievement of daily and weekly production targets
- Maximising plant availability and operational efficiency
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across the site
- Promoting and championing a strong safety-first culture
- Following health, safety, environmental and quality standards
What We're Looking For
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We're interested in individuals who are practical, safety-conscious, team-oriented and keen to learn. Ideally you will have experience gained within the quarrying, aggregates, construction or other heavy industry operating mobile plant such as Loading Shovels, Excavators or Crushers however if you’re open to working on site using heavy Plant equipment then we can provide training.
Suitable candidates will also have:
- Positive approach to adhering to health and safety procedures and safe systems of work
- Ability to do general plant maintenance and operational tasks
- Capability to work as part of a team but also to work independently when required
- Flexible and adaptable approach to changing operational needs
- Confidence to communicate issues and solutions to supervisors and colleagues
- Experience using IT systems and digital tools
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and performance
- Full UK driving licence
- Loading Shovel Licence (preferred)
- Excavator Licence (preferred)
- Knowledge of Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), HIRA and Permit-to-Work systems (advantageous)
Located near Rothbury, Northumberland, this role is also accessible from Alnwick, Amble, Cresswell, Ashington, Otterburn, Wooler, Bamburgh, Blyth and surrounding areas.
Why Tarmac
This is more than just an operator role. It's an opportunity to join a supportive team, develop new skills, gain valuable plant experience and build a rewarding career within a successful and growing business. We invest in our people and provide training and development opportunities to help you reach your potential.
At Tarmac, 'who you are' matters. We want to get to know you. If you're proud of a job well done, enjoy working collaboratively, share our values and are always looking for ways to improve and make things better then we'd love to hear from you.
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At Tarmac, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
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 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
Job Reference tarmac/TP/112/8026
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