Overview
We are seeking a General Operative for the Elstow Aggregates and Asphalt site in Bedfordshire. The role involves operating mobile plant, supporting production targets, adhering to safety, maintaining housekeeping and stock, and reporting to the Operations Manager.
Responsibilities
* Operate mobile plant on site
* Assist the Supervisor in meeting daily and weekly production targets
* Follow SHE (Safety, Health & Environmental) policies and procedures
* Ensure plant conforms with safety requirements at all times
* Carry out health, safety, environmental and quality responsibilities
* Conduct inspections on plant, identify defects, and implement remedial actions
* Maximise plant availability
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site
* Work with the team to ensure customers receive good-quality material and on-time deliveries
Shift Schedule
* 2 weeks of day shifts: 6:00am – 3:30pm
* 2 weeks of night shifts: 7:00pm – 4:00am
Qualifications
* Knowledge of Aggregates / Asphalt / Readymix operations or experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment (desirable)
* Previous experience in mobile or plant operations (highly desirable)
* Shovel licence (highly desirable)
* Good timekeeping and flexibility to meet quarry/site requirements
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to raise issues with management
* Basic IT literacy
* Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
* Previous experience within a Plant, Quarry, Heavy or Industrial Manufacturing environment is beneficial, but not essential, as full training will be provided
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 Employee Communities (e.g., Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice, and menopause)
* Training and development opportunities
Equal Opportunity
Tarmac is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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