Multi Skilled Operative in Carnforth

Location: Carnforth
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Recruiter: Tarmac
Job Hours: Full-time

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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 are currently recruiting for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our amazing team at our Tarmac Leapers Wood Quarry, Lancashire. This site is easily accessible from Carnforth, Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancaster, Morecambe, Garstang, Kendal and the surrounding areas.  Here 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, therefore prior technical experience isn’t always necessary for success. Main ResponsibilitiesReporting directly to the Section Manager the duties of the Multi Skilled Operative are part of a key team of Operatives producing dry aggregates material for the construction industry. As well as delivering best in class Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality performance for our Plant operations. Your role as a Multi Skilled Operative will include: Working with other members of the team to ensure that customers get good quality material and on-time deliveries Weighbridge duties Operation and mobile Plant (Including Crushers and Screeners)  Assisting the Supervisor with meeting daily/weekly production targets Ensuring Plant conforms with safety requirements at all times Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality responsibilities Following Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures Inspections on the Plant and acting on defects and implement remedial action Assisting in the maintenance regime of the Plant Ensuring that Plant availability is maximised Working to keep housekeeping around site to a high standard  The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for the role of Multi Skilled Operative will be able to demonstrate proven experience working within an Industrial, Factory or similar environment as an operative or labourer. As well as possessing good communication skills and have a real desire in developing both operative and supervisory skills. To succeed in this role we would expect a candidate to evidence: Knowledge of Plant and ideally possess previous experience in quarry or mobile Plant operations Mobile Plant tickets – desirable Be flexible and able to work as part of an effective Multi-Skilled Operative team Be self motivated and able to motivate other colleagues in the team Good timekeeping – flexible as to the Units requirements  Good communication skills – bringing problems to the attention of Line Management Full UK Driving Licence IT Literate  Previous experience as a Multi Skilled Operative working in an Asphalt Plant or Quarry would prove highly beneficial however this is not essential as training will be given to the right candidate.  Why UsIn addition to the role of Multi Skilled Operative we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits 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  Interested? 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 #tarmaccareers #Aggregates #operative #quarryoperative #multiskilledoperative #asphaltoperative #plantjobs #quarrying #quarryingoperations #asphalt #asphaltjobs #Lancashire #Carnforth #KirkbyLonsdale #Lancaster #Morecambe #Garstang #Kendal Tarmac Trading Limited

About Tarmac


Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our company combines the knowledge and expertise of two of the construction industry’s most iconic brands: Tarmac, the pioneers of the modern road and Blue Circle, the company that patented Portland Cement.

Our innovative products and solutions not only safely deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a more sustainable built environment for the country’s long term future. We have contributed to some of the UK’s biggest construction projects, including The Sainsbury Laboratory, Wembley Stadium, Heathrow Terminal 5, Blackpool Sea Defences, The Shard and London 2012.

We have over 150 years of experience and directly employs around 7,000 people across a nationwide network of over 400 sites. Our solutions span aggregates, asphalt, cement, lime, offsite manufacturing, readymix concrete, road contracting services, building products and recycling services. This unique combination of people, technology and assets enables us to offer customers unrivalled choice, innovation and flexibility.

Safety is at the core of our business, and underpins the way we operate; beginning with a commitment to providing a safe environment for all employees, as well as contractors and the communities around our sites. We are one of the largest recyclers of construction materials in the UK and a net consumer of waste. We're also one of the UK’s largest landowners, providing environmental stewardship for thousands of acres of countryside. Tarmac is part of CRH plc. CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing c.87,000 people at c.3,800 operating locations in 31 countries worldwide. With a market capitalisation of c.€27 billion (March 2017), CRH is the largest building materials company in North America and the second largest worldwide

Prior to its acquisition by CRH from Lafarge SA and Anglo American Plc on 31 July 2015, the business was known as Lafarge Tarmac.

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