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Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters.  We want to get to know you.  If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. 

We are looking for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our friendly team based at Tarmac Harden Quarry, Rothbury, near Morpeth, Northumberland. As well as Morpeth, this role is easily accessible if you live in Alnwick, Amble, Cresswell, Ashington, Otterburn, Blyth, Wooler, Bamburgh and the surrounding areas.

Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Main ResponsibilitiesThe role of Multi Skilled Operative is part of a key team of Operatives producing dry aggregates material for the construction industry. As well as delivering best in class Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality performance for our Plant operations, as Multi Skilled Operative you will specifically focus on operational tasks including:

Working with aggregates on site and operating machinery (Including Loading shovel, Excavator and Mobile Crusher
Day to day maintenance of the plant, maintaining the highest levels of housekeeping
Training and operation on static plant operations to help drive plant optimisation
Working with other members of the team to ensure that customers get good quality material and on-time deliveries
Ensuring that Plant availability is maximised
Weighbridge duties
Use of Loading shovel (mobile Plant), Excavator and Mobile Crusher
Assisting the Supervisor with meeting daily/weekly production targets
Maintaining and driving a culture of zero harm and behavioural safety
Compliance and awareness Health and Safety measure around the siteThe Ideal CandidateSuitable candidates for the role Multi Skilled Operative will be able to demonstrate proven experience preferably working within a similar aggregates environment or an Industrial or Factory environment as an operative or labourer. You will also possess good communication skills and have a real desire in developing both operative and supervisory skills.

As part of an operational team, the ideal candidate for the role of Multi Skilled Operative will also:

Have knowledge of the industry, Plant and ideally of quarrying
Previous experience in mobile Plant operations preferably using Loading Shovel, Excavator and Mobile Crusher
Be flexible and able to work as part of an effective Multi-Skilled Operative team
Be self motivated and able to motivate other colleagues in the team
Have knowledge of Risk Assessments within role of operative and knowledge of SSOW (HIRA) and Permit systems (preferred but not essential)
Be compliant and engage with company policies, targets, goals and standards
Good timekeeping – flexible as to the Units requirements
Good communication skills – bringing problems to the attention of Line Management
Be IT literate
Full UK Driving Licence
Shovel Licence – desirable
Excavator licence - desirable Why UsAlong with the role of Multi Skilled Operative we additionally offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: 

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 Interested? Why not click here to find out more?  Go on… are you ready to build your future? 

Tarmac is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

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