Tarmac
Multi Skilled Operative (Nightshift)
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Job Introduction
Multi Skilled Operative (Nightshift) – Asphalt Plant
Mountsorrel, near Loughborough (Leicestershire)
Hands-on role | Varied work | Training & progression | Local, stable employment
Are you practical, reliable and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team? Looking for a role where no two days are the same, where you can build valuable plant and operational skills, and where your contribution genuinely matters?
We’re recruiting a Multi Skilled Operative (Nightshift) to join our Mountsorrel Asphalt Plant, ideally located for candidates commuting from Loughborough, Leicester, Melton Mowbray, and surrounding areas.
This role offers real variety, structured training, and development opportunities within a busy operational environment. Previous asphalt or plant experience is beneficial but not essential - we’re more interested in your attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn.
Working hours - Rotating shift pattern 5pm - 3am, Monday – Friday plus every other Saturday
What You’ll Be Doing
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll play a key role in the safe, efficient day-to-day running of the RAP Yard, contributing to production targets and high-quality outputs.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Mixing asphalt to specification
- Production of RAP to specification
- Working collaboratively to deliver quality materials and on-time customer deliveries
- Weighbridge operations
- Operating mobile plant including loading shovel
- Supporting Supervisors with daily and weekly production targets
- Carrying out inspections, identifying defects, and implementing remedial actions
- Assisting with planned and reactive plant maintenance
- Ensuring housekeeping standards are consistently high
- Actively promoting and operating to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards
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This is a hands-on, varied role suited to someone who enjoys operational responsibility and being part of a production-focused team.
What We’re Looking For
We’re keen to hear from candidates with experience in industrial, factory, manufacturing, or similar operational environments, and from those who want to develop their technical and supervisory skills over time.
You’ll ideally bring:
- Experience or interest in plant or mobile machinery operations
- Shovel licence (desirable but not essential)
- Excavator Licence (essential)
- A flexible, team-focused approach
- Motivation, good time keeping, and strong work ethic
- Clear communication skills and confidence to escalate issues when needed
- IT literacy
- Full UK Driving Licence
If you’re adaptable, safety-conscious, and keen to progress, we’ll support you with training and development.
At Tarmac, who you are matters. We believe people perform best when they feel valued, supported, and challenged.
We’re proud to foster a dynamic, inclusive working environment and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you’re proud of a job well done, enjoy collaborating with others, and want to keep improving, you’ll feel at home with us.
As part of Tarmac Trading Limited, you’ll be joining a respected UK-wide organisation with a strong focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and career development.
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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 including (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.
Ready to build your future?
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Tarmac Trading Limited
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Job Reference tarmac/TP/232604/8106
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