General Operative

T09:42:04.797Z Job Introduction At Tarmac, who you are matters. We want to get to know you.If youshareour values, take pride in a job well done, enjoy working collaboratively, and areambitiousto make things better, we'd love to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for a Multi Skilled Operative - Road Planing to join our National Road Planing (NRP) team. Although you will be based in Thatcham, Berkshire, this role requires flexibility as you will need to go where the work is, staying overnight if and when necessary. This could include travel and work based at our other sites in Berkshire, or Hampshire, Gloucester and Wales to name a few of which a van is provided. You will be contracted to 40-hours per week, but your work pattern may vary. Some weeks you may be working days, other times evenings and sometimes nights and we need any prospective candidates to be accommodating to these types of working hours and be flexible; sometimes at short notice. Prospective candidates are eligible for overtime, as and when it is available, which is paid at a premium and any weekend & bank holiday working also comes at a higher rate when available. At Tarmac, we arecommittedto creating a dynamic,inclusiveenvironment and welcome applications from individuals with a variety of backgrounds. What You'll Be Doing As a Multi Skilled Operative - Road Planing , you'll report directly to the Planing Foreman and play a key role insupportinghighways planing operations. In this hands-on role, your responsibilities will include: • Operating machinery, vehicles and tools, ensuring all equipment is safe and fit for use, and reporting any defects promptly • Ensuring you are fully trained, authorised and always wearing the correct PPE • Complying with all safety requirements, company standards and procedures for both employees and subcontractors • Completing site-specific documentation and attending necessary site inductions and briefings • Activelypromoting a strong safety culture by identifying and reporting hazards through Safety Observation and Near Miss processes • Supportingenvironmental best practice and ensuring processes are followed across all work activities What We Are Looking For We're looking for a motivated and safety-focusedindividualwith a strong team ethic and a willingness to learn and develop. To be successful in this role, you should have: Essential: • Experience operating a road planer, or transferable experience operating heavy plant machinery (with training provided) • A full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points Desirable (but not essential): • Knowledge of surfacing methods and planing machine capabilities • A valid CSCS qualification We're also looking for someone who demonstrates: • Strong communication and teamwork skills, able to contribute to a positive team environment • Flexibility and openness to change, with acommitmentto continuous improvement • Problem-solving ability, taking ownership and identifying root causes to resolve issues effectively If you're looking to build a career in road planing and want to join a team where safety, collaboration and development are at the heart of everything we do, this could be the opportunity for you. 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! #Tarmac #TarmacCareers Tarmac Trading Limited True FULL_TIME CONTRACTOR Tarmac Trading Limited Skilled Trades, Skilled Trades-Labouring GB Thatcham Berkshire RG19 4AE General Operative T09:42:04.797Z