At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate heavy machinery and support production in a dynamic quarry environment.
- Company: Join Tarmac, a leading company in construction materials with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy enhanced holidays, pension scheme, discounts, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with career growth and support for diverse backgrounds.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in industrial settings preferred; teamwork and communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Location: Quarrington Quarry, Quarrington Hill, County Durham
Looking for a hands-on, varied role where no two days are the same? Want to build practical skills, work with heavy plant, and be part of a close‑knit operational team producing essential construction materials? We’re recruiting a Multi Skilled Operative to support the safe, efficient production of dry aggregates at Tarmac Quarrington Quarry.
This is a great opportunity for someone with an industrial, quarrying or plant background who enjoys responsibility, teamwork and developing their technical skills. Easily accessible from Ferryhill, Spennymoor, Newton Aycliffe, Peterlee, Sedgefield, Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Consett, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough and surrounding areas.
What you’ll be doing:
- Operating mobile plant and site machinery (dumpers, loading shovels, static plant)
- Supporting daily production targets and on-time customer deliveries
- Carrying out routine plant maintenance and housekeeping
- Assisting with weighbridge duties
- Working closely with supervisors and team members to maximise plant availability
- Championing high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance
- Promoting a strong behavioural safety and zero-harm culture on site
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in an industrial, quarry, factory or aggregates environment (preferred)
- A proactive, flexible approach and strong teamwork skills
- Good communication and timekeeping
- Willingness to learn new skills and develop operational and supervisory capability
- Understanding of risk assessments and safe systems of work (beneficial)
- IT literacy and a full UK driving licence
Plant tickets and shovel licence are advantageous, but full training can be provided for the right candidate.
Why Tarmac:
You’ll be part of a supportive operational team, gaining exposure to a wide range of plant, processes and responsibilities within a safety focused, performance driven environment. At Tarmac, who you are matters. We value people who take pride in their work, collaborate well with others and are ambitious to improve. We’re committed to creating a dynamic, inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. 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:
- 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.
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