Overview
Are you looking for a role where no two days are the same, where you’re part of a fast‑paced, ever‑evolving environment and where your development genuinely matters?
If you’re eager to learn, grow, and gain industry‑recognised qualifications, then becoming a Multi‑Skilled Operative at Tarmac could be the perfect next step.
No experience? Absolutely fine.
Tarmac invest in our people. Every bit of training you need to be successful in the role will be delivered at our industry‑leading training park. Your development doesn’t stop there. With multiple career pathways and progression, we’ll help you build skills, gain qualifications, and progress at a pace that suits you.
We’re recruiting for a Multi‑Skilled Operative to join our growing team at our Hayes site this role is reporting to the Site Manager, where you’ll play a key role in the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the plant.
This is a varied, hands‑on role where you’ll operate both mobile and fixed plant, support stock and weighbridge operations, work on the rail, and contribute to the production of high‑quality asphalt for our customers.
You’ll be part of a supportive team working to tight deadlines to ensure on‑time, high‑quality delivery.
What You’ll Be Doing
Operating Mobile & Fixed Plant — including loading shovels, 360 excavators, and asphalt mixing equipment Running the Weighbridge — ensuring accurate, efficient processing, supporting production Targets — working closely with the Supervisor to meet daily/weekly goals
Maintaining Safety Standards — following all SHE policies and ensuring plant safety compliance, Conducting Plant Inspections — identifying defects and taking corrective action, Maximising Plant Availability — keeping operations running smoothly, Maintaining Site Housekeeping — ensuring a clean, safe working environment
We offer a range of shift patterns to support different lifestyles.
Due to the nature of the role, some weekend and night work will occasionally be required.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who brings enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to learn.
You’ll thrive here if you have:
A Desire to Learn — especially around mobile and fixed plant operations, strong timekeeping and flexibility, clear communication skills, attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment, basic IT knowledge, microsoft programs, SAP
Desirable (but not essential):
Experience in asphalt or quarry operations, mobile plant qualifications, previous asphalt mixing experience
Not Sure If It’s Right for You?
We’d love to talk. Get in touch for an informal chat and find out how Tarmac can support your career journey.
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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Tarmac Trading Limited
Salary: Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits
Location: Southall, Middlesex, England
Job Reference: tarmac/TP/117/7797
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