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Multi Skilled Operative
Halecombe Quarry & Asphalt Plant, Frome
Build your future with one of the UK's leading construction materials businesses.
Are you looking for a hands-on role where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy working outdoors, operating plant, and being part of a team that keeps major construction projects moving? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
At Tarmac, who you are matters. We're looking for people who take pride in their work, enjoy collaborating with others and are always looking for ways to improve. In return, you'll join a business that invests in its people, supports career development and champions a safe, inclusive workplace.
We are currently recruiting for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our team at Tarmac Halecombe Quarry and Asphalt Plant in Frome.
The site is easily accessible from Frome, Nunney, Shepton Mallet, Warminster, Trowbridge, Bath, Midsomer Norton, Gillingham, Glastonbury and surrounding areas.
Importantly, you don't need extensive industry experience to be successful. We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and provide training and development opportunities for the right candidate.
What you'll be doing
Reporting to the Section Manager, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality aggregate materials for the construction industry while maintaining the highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality.
Key responsibilities include:
- Operating mobile and fixed plant equipment
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure customers receive quality materials and on-time deliveries
- Supporting the Supervisor in achieving daily and weekly production targets
- Carrying out plant inspections, identifying defects and supporting remedial actions
- Assisting with planned maintenance activities
- Maximising plant performance and availability
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across site
- Following all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and promoting a positive safety culture
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What we're looking for
We're looking for a motivated team player who enjoys practical work and wants to build a long-term career within a leading organisation.
You'll ideally have:
- Experience working within an industrial, manufacturing, production, construction or similar environment
- Knowledge of plant operations, ideally within quarrying or mobile plant environments
- Good communication skills and the confidence to raise issues with management when required
- A flexible and proactive approach to work
- The ability to work effectively within a multi-skilled team
- A strong work ethic and excellent timekeeping
- Basic IT skills
- A full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- Shovel Licence
- Experience working within an Asphalt Plant environment
Don't worry if you don't meet every requirement. Training will be provided, and we're keen to hear from people with the right attitude, commitment and willingness to learn.
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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 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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Job Reference tarmac/TP/117/8054
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