At 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're working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it's important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.We are currently looking for a Road Surfacing Forepersonto join our Scotland Surfacing Team based out of the Tarmac Contracting office at The Wright Business Centre in Glasgow (plant equipment based at our Cairneyhill site in Airdrie).This key role will effectively manage sites including all mobile plant foreperson, and operatives and any subcontractors.You will also lead planning and execution of all works daily ensuring SHE protocols and procedures are followed whilst overseeing the safe and efficient management of the site.We have surfacing gangs across the South East of Scotland so if you live in in or around Edinburgh, Falkirk, Stirling, Glasgow, Dunfermline and are happy to work in this and adjacent areas then this could be the role for you!Main ResponsibilitiesAs a Road Surfacing Foreperson you will ensure all work is completed to the highest standard and comply with contract specifications. You will also ensure all employees and subcontractors are effectively inducted onto site including daily briefings, toolbox talks and any site specific induction prior to commencing work on site.As Road Surfacing Forepersonyou will also be responsible for:Undertaking, reviewing and updating site risk assessments prior to starting workEnsuring site vacation procedure is followed and photos takenTaking suitable precautions to minimise the impact of our operations on the environmentUnderstanding and committing to achieving the targets set by the supervisor in order to maximise profitability and offer any alternative methods of workingEnsuring material waste is minimisedEnsuring all work is accepted by the client at the end of each shift and that the site and parked plant is safe and secureAgreeing completed daily working hours with gang foreperson and sub-contractorsReducing remedial costsCommunicating effectively and working as part of a teamUpdating personal and team training plansTimesheets and site recordsThe Ideal CandidateTo be successful in the role of Road Surfacing Foreperson you will need to be experienced in machine lay asphalt works and have knowledge of all aspects of the surfacing operation including experience of operating surfacing equipment, including rollers, pavers, chipping machines, tractorsThe ideal candidate for the role of Road Surfacing Foreperson will also demonstrate:Flexibility in proactive working approach – able to think ahead and adapt approach in line with a more strategic perspectiveConfidence to work independently and as part of a team with a range of colleagues, stakeholders and shareholdersAbility to remain calm during difficult situations and make decisions that may be unpopular whilst explaining the rationale for the decisionDrive to initiate improvements and a desire to improve and innovate – ability to spot opportunities to develop new ideas and improve performanceMotivation and ability to build a positive team culture, developing relationships with local operational teams to break down silos and maximise performance to achieve agreed production targetsStrong communication skills and the ability to influence others to promote your own ideas by linking them to other people's values and goalsProven thinking skills including the ability to step back and gain a better understanding, to appreciate the impact of problems and solutions on yourself and others and to anticipate obstacles resolving before they become an issueBe compliant of Health and Safety policies and procedures and proactive in encouraging your team to do the sameIT literacyHere 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.Why TarmacIn addition to the role of Road Surfacing Foreperson we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits including:Bonus schemeEnhanced holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential adviceAccess 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 menopauseTraining and development opportunitiesInterested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on are you ready to build your future?Tarmac, a CRH company, 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.@Tarmac tarmac tarmaccareers roadsurfacing teamleader surfacingteamleader roadsurfacingforeperson foreman operative surfacing asphalt multiskilledoperative asphaltoperative asphaltjobs Edinburgh Falkirk Stirling Glasgow Dumfermline LI-RE1Tarmac Trading Limited