Roadstone Operative – Tunstead Quarry (Buxton)
Hands‑on role | Mobile Plant | 4 on / 4 off rotating shifts | Days & Nights
Are you an experienced mobile plant operator looking for a stable, well‑paid role at a major UK quarry? Do you enjoy working as part of a close‑knit operational team, with clear shift patterns and time off built in? If you’re safety‑focused, reliable and take pride in a job done right, this could be the role for you.
We’re looking for a Roadstone Operative to join our team at Tunstead Stone (Quarry), Buxton, one of the UK’s largest and most advanced quarrying operations.
What the Role Involves
As a Roadstone Operative, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our stone operations moving efficiently. You’ll operate mobile plant to support road and rail deliveries, ensuring materials are moved, loaded and stockpiled safely and in line with daily sales demand.
This is a practical, varied role, where you may also support quarry operations and cleaning activities within stone processing plants when required.
Location: Tunstead Quarry, Buxton
Easily commutable from Buxton, Macclesfield, Stockport, Dronfield, Manchester, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Leek, Stoke‑on‑Trent and surrounding areas
Hours & Shifts:
42 hours per week
Rotating 4 on / 4 off shift pattern
2 x 12‑hour days, then 2 x 12‑hour nights, followed by 4 days off
Your Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Stone Production Manager, you’ll be responsible for:
Safe and accurate loading of HGVs and rail wagons
Operating mobile plant efficiently to meet fuel and performance targets
Ensuring materials are tipped and stockpiled in line with site standards
Supporting blending, stock replenishment and product availability
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and plant cleanliness
Capturing and recording stock movements accurately
Supporting investigations into quality issues and customer complaints
Working strictly in line with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures
Reporting near hits, hazards and safety defects promptly
Safety comes first in everything you do.
What We’re Looking For
You’ll be a proactive and reliable operator with experience working in a quarry, aggregates or heavy industry environment.
You’ll ideally have:
Experience operating loading shovels and dumpers
Good working knowledge of mobile plant and aggregate products
Ability to carry out manual cleaning duties in processing plants
Strong awareness of SHE procedures and safe systems of work
Good attention to detail and ability to keep accurate records
Basic numeracy and reporting skills
NVQ Level 2 in Specialised Plant & Machinery (desirable, not essential)
Good communication skills and a strong team ethic
A proven track record of being reliable, punctual and safety‑focused
Why Join Tarmac?
At Tarmac, who you are matters.
We’re a leading UK supplier of construction materials, with a proud heritage and a strong focus on safety, sustainability and continuous improvement. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone can thrive.
We value people who are:
Proud of their work
Collaborative team players
Ambitious to learn and improve
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are building a workforce that truly reflects the communities we serve.
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 opportunitiesTarmac 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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