General Operative

Are you a General Operative looking for your next permanent role? Then read on as we may just have the role for you……

We are looking for a General Operative to join the team at our Elstow Aggregates and Asphalt site in Bedfordshire. Within this role you will work on the day-to-day operations driving mobile plant and carrying out other site duties. You will work with the team to the site plan, ensuring that all stocks are maintained and replenished in good time, while keeping housekeeping around site to a high standard.

Main Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the responsibilities of the General Operative will include (not exhaustive):

• Operating mobile plant on site
• Working with other members of the team to ensure that customers receive good-quality material and on-time deliveries
• Assisting the Supervisor with meeting daily and weekly production targets
• Following SHE (Safety, Health & Environmental) policies and procedures
• Ensuring plant conforms with safety requirements at all times
• Carrying out health, safety, environmental and quality responsibilities
• Conducting inspections on plant, identifying defects, and implementing remedial actions
• Ensuring that plant availability is maximised
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site

This position requires flexibility and adaptability, with overtime available to meet site production requirements, as the operation runs on a 24/7 basis.

Please note this role requires shift working over two shifts:

• 2 weeks of day shifts: 6:00am – 3:30pm
• 2 weeks of night shifts: 7:00pm – 4:00am

The Ideal Candidate

To succeed in the role of General Operative, we are looking for:

• Knowledge of Aggregates / Asphalt / Readymix (RMX) operations or experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment (desirable)
• Previous experience in mobile or plant operations (highly desirable)
• Shovel licence (highly desirable)
• Good timekeeping and flexibility to meet quarry/site requirements
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to raise issues with management
• Basic IT literacy
• Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points

Previous experience within a Plant, Quarry, Heavy or Industrial Manufacturing environment is beneficial, but not essential, as full training will be provided to the right candidate.

Location

The role is based at the Tarmac Elstow Aggregates and Asphalt Plant in Bedfordshire. The site is easily accessible from Bedford, Kempston, Wixams, Ampthill, Flitwick, Luton, Dunstable, Milton Keynes, Sandy, and surrounding areas.

About Tarmac

At Tarmac, “who you are” matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values, take pride in a job well done, work collaboratively, and are ambitious to make things better, then we want to hear from you.

Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions support infrastructure growth while helping to create a more sustainable built environment for the future.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and dynamic workplace, welcoming people from all backgrounds.

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.

Ready to build your future?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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