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Operative

Swadlincote
Permanent
Tarmac
Posted: 18 March
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Job Introduction

Ready for Your Next Challenge as an Operative?

Are you a skilled and motivated Operative looking to take the next step in your career? Join our dynamic team where your experience will be valued, and your contribution will make a real impact every day.

As an Operative, you’ll play a vital role in our site operations, reporting directly to the Site Manager. You’ll be hands-on across various areas including raw materials, storage, production, dispatch, and housekeeping — all while maintaining the highest safety standards in line with CRH and SHE protocols.

This is a full-time role working on a rotating shift pattern of 6am – 2pm, 2pm – 10pm, 10pm – 6am

Due to the site’s location and shift times, having your own transport is highly recommended.


What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

1. Achieving daily production targets
2. Recording and reporting quality data
3. Loading/unloading products from plant and vehicles
4. Ensuring accurate and timely dispatch to meet customer expectations
5. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site

What We’re Looking For

The ideal Operative will be able to demonstrate proven experience working within a similar production and despatch environment. In addition, experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial to your application:

6. Good communication skills and strong numeracy
7. A mobile plant licence for diesel counterbalance forklift truck
8. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
9. Previous experience with manual handling

We’re also looking for someone who:

10. Is safety-conscious and detail-oriented
11. Thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment
12. Is flexible and reliable with a strong work ethic

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:

13. Bonus scheme
14. Enhanced holiday entitlement
15. Contributory pension scheme
16. Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
17. Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
18. 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
19. 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

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